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.
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$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.
Circle K enhances digital payments with Relay partnership
Drivers can now use Relay to purchase fuel, DEF, and in-store items directly at Circle K.
Circle K names new director of retail media
Circle K has so far stayed silent on its retail media plans, but this appointment suggests it may be ready to expand its efforts.
The CPG Guys: Commerce Acceleration with Flywheel’s Claudia Johnson
Claudia Johnson serves as the Technical Advisor to the CEO of Flywheel Commerce Network, the commerce acceleration division of Omnicom.
Cheez-It debuts new Cheez-It Crunch lineup
“We’ve taken everything fans love about the original Cheez-It cracker and reimagined it with a new, irresistible snacking experience.”
Dollar Tree and Dollar General still have room to grow
Despite years of aggressive growth, both dollar chains remain far from saturated.
Walmart expands AI Training for its U.S. workforce through OpenAI partnership
“As we prepare associates across all areas — from supply chain to stores to tech — for the jobs of tomorrow, this free access to AI certifications and training through OpenAI will empower associates to lead and innovate in the retail industry.”
COVID-19 vaccines now available at GIANT and MARTIN'S in-store pharmacies
Flu vaccinations are also available, and customers can opt to get both shots during the same visit.