Seizing the tariff crisis as a launchpad for bold action
By Joanna Rangarajan, Michael Prendergast and Sanjay Srikanth
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Circana forecasts continued U.S. food and beverage resilience
“The CPG industry must strategically identify ways to stimulate demand and remain profitable.”
Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards $3.5 million in youth literacy grants
The grants will fund professional development and buy books, technology, equipment, and other materials to support K-12 literacy programs.
Instacart names Etsy CEO Josh Silverman to Board of Directors
“I’m honored to join Instacart’s Board of Directors at such a pivotal moment for the company,” said Silverman.
C-stores expand East Coast footprint
Buc-ee’s, Wawa, QuickChek, and Arko Corp. add new locations across multiple states.
FMI: Four stats that prove the value of fresh departments
Fresh foods boost grocery growth through strong sales, stability, and expanding influence online and in-store.
Ex-Kroger CEO ordered to explain abrupt resignation in lawsuit tied to singer Jewel
Rodney McMullen's legal team has argued that the order is “completely irrelevant” and “embarrassing.”
Hy-Vee partners with Oscar Health to launch fixed-price employer health plan in Iowa
“Finding the right healthcare coverage should be as easy as buying milk at Hy-Vee.”
Brand protection, influencer engagement top agenda at CRN’s WellComms 2025
The event will feature sessions on brand protection, influencer partnerships, press outreach, and networking for professionals in the supplement and functional food industries.
DXC Technology announces strategic role in Northeast Grocery’s $40M IT modernization
DXC’s multi-year collaboration has streamlined Northeast Grocery’s systems, boosted compute capacity and positioned the retailer for long-term growth and innovation.
Ulta and Target to phase out beauty mini-shops by 2026
The move comes as Target faces softer demand, with shoppers reducing their discretionary spending.
Port of Los Angeles hits record volume as tariff deadline boosts imports
The record volumes reflect months of front-loading ahead of tariffs.
Walmart expands employee discount
Chief People Officer Donna Morris described the change as “one of our most requested benefits” in a letter to employees.
7-Eleven taps Joshua Dolan to lead demand chain operations
Dolan has been tasked with expanding and optimizing the convenience retailer’s logistics network and improving operational execution.
Costco pharmacies to stop offering abortion pill
Costco’s decision to skip mifepristone sales is praised by religious investors and criticized by abortion-rights advocates, signaling ongoing disputes over pharmacy access.