Retailers warn SNAP restrictions could cost $1.6 billion up front
FMI, NACS, and NGA say proposed rules would impose $1.6 billion in initial costs and nearly $760 million each year on retailers.
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Sprouts Farmers Market plans for significant expansion
The grocer is targeting long-term growth, aiming to expand to as many as 1,400 locations nationwide.
Labor market weakens as ADP data shows 32,000 unexpected job losses
The sharpest decline in the private sector since March 2023 raises concerns about the resilience of the labor market amid slowing hiring momentum.
Giant Eagle lowers prices on key products through 2025
Prices of more than 300 items across 28 product categories will be reduced by an average of 17%.
FMI praises proposal revising costly refrigeration rule
“This revised proposal is critical to preventing the rule from unnecessarily driving up grocery prices.”
Walmart to remove synthetic dyes from all U.S. private brands
Responding to customer demand for simpler, more transparent food labels, Walmart U.S. is phasing out synthetic dyes and dozens of other ingredients from its private brands.
Amazon unveils new private label brand
Unified brand brings together Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly customer favorites and new offerings.
Sam’s Club elevates fresh with Member’s Mark Sushi rollout
Sam’s Club enhances its fresh food strategy by bringing sushi into the Member’s Mark brand.
Instacart and Advantage partner to deliver real-time shelf data
CPGs will gain immediate alerts on availability, pricing, and placement, enabling quick in-store action and validation.
H-E-B names Roxanne Orsak as new president
Roxanne Orsak will become the first woman to serve as president of H-E-B in the company’s 120-year history.
RLC welcomes Josh Moore as VP of Litigation
Founded in 2010 as the independent legal arm of RILA, the RLC has filed over 250 amicus briefs.
Dollar Tree breaks ground on new Marietta distribution center
The one-million-square-foot distribution center will replace the previous one destroyed by a tornado in 2024.
Target heads to Hawkins with exclusive Stranger Things 5 collection
Starting October 5, more than 150 new items inspired by the hit series will be available in Target stores and on the Target website.
Amazon to kick off holiday shopping with Prime Big Deal Days
Millions of deals and exclusive holiday savings for Prime members.
NRF Foundation names The Door as RISE Up partner of the year
“The Door has been an extraordinary partner with the NRF Foundation in expanding access to retail careers to young people in New York City.”
Target debuts accessible self-checkout nationwide for the holidays
Accessible design created with the blind community to debut in stores this holiday season.