Walmart and Google announce an agentic AI e-commerce integration at NRF's "Big Show"
“For us, agentic AI is an exciting unlock," Walmart's Furner said. "This is really significant just as search was for e-commerce a few years ago.”
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NRF: Tariff uncertainty weighs on early-2026 imports
January imports are forecast at 2.11 million TEU, up from last month but down 5.3% from last year.
Kroger sells Vitacost as portfolio review continues
Kroger stated that the divestiture is part of a broader review of non-core assets
Amazon Pharmacy broadens Wegovy pill access via insurance and cash option
Eligible customers with commercial insurance may pay as little as $25 for a one-month supply.
Walmart launches Better Care Services and lowers prices on wellness essentials
Better Care Services connects customers to a curated network of third-party urgent care and behavioral health providers.
Retail labor pullback intensifies ahead of 2026
Entering 2026, indicators suggest the labor market remains fragile.
Shishir Mehrotra joins Walmart board of directors
Mehrotra is a technology veteran with over 25 years of experience and a track record of building category-defining platforms.
Jim Perkins named president and CEO of The Save Mart Companies
Perkins takes over the chief executive role from Shane Sampson, who is retiring after leading the company since 2022
Giant Eagle pharmacies now offering RxSmartSaver from GoodRx
Program offers Giant Eagle customers instant access to meaningful savings on brand medications.
Sam’s Club rolls out pharmacist-led support as oral GLP-1 option launches
Sam’s Club pharmacies have been ranked No. 1 in customer satisfaction among mass merchandiser pharmacies by J.D. Power for 10 consecutive years.
Flu reaches highest level in the U.S. in quite some time
“This flu season is exceptionally active,” says Anita Patel, vice president of Pharmacy Services Development at Walgreens.
Albertsons reports steady Q3 gains as consumers focus on value
Albertsons reported steady Q3 results but reduced its full-year outlook as pricing pressures and changes in drug reimbursement affect sales.
United Supermarkets brings back 28-day challenge to boost New Year goals
“We are committed to building on the success of the past two programs to make the 2026 challenge even more impactful.”
Save A Lot aims to remove artificial dyes from private label products
The company is reformulating more than 100 items across its product lines to deliver cleaner options for customers by the end of 2027
Federal appeals court rules for Natural Grocers in GMO labeling case
Major win for food transparency advocates
Target strengthens position as a wellness leader
New assortment grows by 30% to bring more on-trend wellness brands and products to Target.