Instacart unveils Shopper Rewards Card
The card will be rolled out to U.S. shoppers in two phases, starting in October 2025, with full availability following in April 2026.
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Target leads U.S. trademark filings as it expands owned brands
Target’s trademark activity underscores the retailer’s strategic investment in owned brands.
2024 was a year of cautious optimism for c-stores, says NACS report
The report aggregates financial, operational, and category-level data from more than 27,000 convenience stores nationwide.
NRF sues to block New York’s algorithmic pricing disclosure law
The Act mandates that retailers place a notice next to any price determined using customer information, stating: “This price was set by an algorithm using your personal data.”
Majors Management acquires 35 c-stores from ACT
Acquisition brings MAPCO's Award-Winning Convenience Experience to Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
Sephora and Lyft partner to take on Prime Day
The retailer is teaming up with Lyft to drive shoppers directly to its doors for a VIP in-store experience that surpasses digital deals.
CPG brands shrink package sizes to retain budget-conscious shoppers
As inflation reshapes spending habits, brands like PepsiCo, Campbell’s, and Mondelez turn to smaller, lower-priced formats.
Dollar General and NationsBenefits partner to expand access to healthy food and wellness essentials
The NationsBenefits’ proprietary Basket Analyzer Service (BAS) will provide millions of health plan members with increased access to affordable and nutritious foods, over-the-counter (OTC) products, medications, and other eligible essential wellness items.
Rite Aid finds buyer for Thrifty Ice Cream
Hilrod Holdings was named the successful bidder for the ice cream maker and KPH Healthcare Services in court documents filed June 26.
Hallmark unveils 2025 Comic Con exclusive ornaments and pins
“This year’s products and experiences are designed to connect with fans and bring their favorite characters to life in new, unforgettable ways.”
Instacart’s FoodStorm expansion accelerates as grocers upgrade fresh counters
FoodStorm more than doubles its reach to 2,800 stores, including Coborn’s Inc., Giant Eagle, Lucky Supermarkets, and Save Mart, that are now live with the platform
Instacart and Wegmans launch Caper Cart pilot program
Caper Carts enable customers to track their spending and check out seamlessly.
Dollar General opens 2025 Call for small business vendors and service providers
The 2025 call is open to businesses that have not sold products to Dollar General within the past 18 months and are interested in exploring new partnership opportunities.
Revive Collagen names Shawn Haynes as President – Americas to spearhead U.S. expansion
“I’m thrilled to be joining such a dynamic and innovative brand,” said Haynes.
Giant Eagle finalizes sale of GetGo franchise to Couche-Tard
“The sale of the GetGo business marks an important moment in Giant Eagle's history,” said Bill Artman, president and CEO of Giant Eagle.
Couche-Tard gets FTC approval to buy GetGo
GetGo will operate as a separate unit, maintain myPerks loyalty program, and divest 35 stores per regulatory requirements.