Swipe fees cost households $1,800 a year
Merchants paid a record $236.4 billion in card swipe fees last year. Retailers warn that these costs, now second only to labor, are increasing consumer prices.
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FMI comments on FDA’s proposed extension of the food traceability compliance date
The association encouraged the agency to adopt changes to the rule to ensure efficient implementation.
Walmart to open first branded stores in South Africa
“We’re thrilled to begin this journey introducing the iconic Walmart brand to South African associates, customers and communities.”
Hy-Vee RedMedia launches sponsored product ads with Instacart Carrot Ads
Display ads set to follow later this year, expanding CPG brand opportunities online.
Palmer’s expands skincare portfolio and debuts three products
Indulge in Paradise: New Tahitian Vanilla Skincare.
Brent Beebe to succeed Rick McNeely as Dollar Tree's chief merchant
"Together with our talented merchandising organization, we will continue to strengthen our assortment for customers and deliver results for the business.”
BLS revision erases nearly 1 million jobs
The adjustment size and rising layoffs in retail and other sectors imply the labor market may be losing momentum faster than government stats initially showed.
$1.5B Red Bull beverage factory finally breaks ground in Concord
The project, a joint effort between Red Bull, Rauch North America, and Ball Corp., will transform the former Philip Morris site into a 2 million-square-foot production hub.
The CPG Guys: Scaling a beverage startup with HOPWTR’s Jordan Bass
Jordan Bass is the CEO and co-founder of HOP WTR—a rapidly growing beverage startup.
Walgreens gets the party started with a broader range of celebration essentials
Broader assortment of party supplies now available nationwide in-store, online, with fast pickup or delivery.
7-Eleven launches Bring Your Own Cup Slurpee promo
Celebrate BYOC Day on September 13 with two new Slurpee drink flavors at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores
Sam’s Club maps out growth with new stores and digital push
With 600 clubs and $90 billion in sales, Sam’s Club is investing in convenience, private-label expansion and new fulfillment capabilities to stay ahead of competitors.
Retailers urge permanent ban on SNAP EBT fees
More than 1,000 retailers and trade groups are warning that new fees could drive up food costs and push stores out of the SNAP program.
Love’s, Buc-ee’s, Poppy Market, RaceTrac and Stewart’s expand nationwide
From Texas to Idaho, California to Florida and New York, leading retailers expand.