The CPG Guys: Live from Cannes Lions with U.S. Bank’s Michael Lacorazza and Supergood’s Mike Barrett
This episode was recorded at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
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Circana: Cool weather, consumer caution slow retail sales in June
Price growth in food and beverage remained stable, with minimal impact from tariffs to date.
US employers consider cutting health benefits as the costs of weight-loss drugs rise
The rising costs tied to GLP-1 drugs are emerging as a strategic workforce issue.
Merchants demand swipe fee reform as banks rake in record profits
“Banks are bragging about higher profits and the easy treatment they expect from regulators while Main Street struggles.”
Dollar General rolls out budget-friendly back-to-school deals for families and educators
With 70+ back-to-school items priced at $1 or less – DG is helping families and educators save on back-to-school items.
Yesway opens four new Allsup’s in Oklahoma and New Mexico
Retailer continues rapid expansion across the Southwest.
Walmart expands Neighborhood Market footprint across North Texas
Neighborhood Markets are Walmart’s more compact alternative to its traditional Supercenters.
Target to open eight new stores this summer in key markets
The new locations, opening in July and August, reflect Target’s focus on both large-format stores and localized customer convenience.
Estée Lauder Cos. name Aude Gandon as chief digital & marketing officer
She joins The Estée Lauder Companies from Nestlé, where she most recently served as Global Chief Marketing Officer and led the company’s digital transformation across 188 markets and more than 2,000 brands.
Albertsons reports solid Q1 as digital and pharmacy sales drive growth
“We delivered solid operating and financial performance while investing in our core operations and enhancing our customer value proposition.”
FMI urges FDA to revise food traceability and labeling rules to reduce burdens, avoid cost hikes
“FMI strongly supports the work of HHS and FDA to identify and eliminate outdated or unnecessary regulations.”
Walmart wooing back-to-school shoppers by doubling down on value and convenience
“We understand how important it is for families and teachers to save time and money when preparing for the school year.”
Back-to-school shoppers get an early start amid tariff concerns, NRF survey finds
“As shoppers look for the best deals on clothes, notebooks and other school-related items, retailers are highly focused on affordability and making the shopping experience as seamless as possible."
FMI Report: food retailers are navigating headwinds while reimagining the grocery experience
Sarasin: “Our members are reimagining the grocery store as a destination and one that reflects how today’s shoppers want to live and eat.”
Coffee Chat: David Pope, XiFin
David Pope is the Chief Pharmacy Officer at XiFin, a healthcare information technology company.