Littler report: Immigration and DEI major concerns for retailers in 2025
Retailers face evolving compliance challenges amid shifting regulations and rising legal concerns.
DEI
PepsiCo cancels some DEI initiatives
The company will discontinue its DEI workforce representation goals and transition its chief DEI officer into a broader role.
Florida sues Target for misleading shareholders about DEI
The State Board of Administration of Florida filed the lawsuit.
Shareholders sue Target alleging fraud over DEI risks disclosure
The complaint claims Target’s statements on DEI efforts highlighted benefits but omitted crucial information.
Aldi US removes DEI language from careers page
While Aldi appears to retain a DEI team, the extent of its current programming remains unclear.
Target hit with national boycott call for dropping DEI initiatives
Activists called on civil rights organizations, including the NAACP and the Urban League, to stand against Target’s decision.
Black-owned brands urge shoppers not to boycott Target
Some boycott advocates suggest shopping from Black-owned businesses, but founders emphasize reaching millions of weekly Target shoppers.