Dollar General launches exclusive Hallmark holiday collection
More than 70% of Dollar General’s new Hallmark holiday assortment is priced at $5 or less.
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Toys"R"Us announces major expansion with 120 new standalone stores set to open this holiday season
The new stores expand the brand's existing U.S. retail footprint, which includes 40 standalone stores and Toys"R"Us shops inside Macy's stores nationwide, giving customers more ways and more places than ever to shop and experience Toys"R"Us.
Walmart+ adds CITGO fuel stations, expanding gas savings to over 17,000 locations nationwide
CITGO joins the Walmart+ Gas Savings benefit as Walmart adds more member value - without raising the $98 annual membership price
Walmart and SCAN to launch co-branded Medicare Advantage plan
New offering will pair SCAN’s Medicare expertise with Walmart’s convenience, everyday low prices, health and wellness services, and technology capabilities
Stater Bros. elevates Mike Reed to EVP, CFO
Reed, who has served as senior vice president and CFO since 2023, will continue reporting to president and CEO Greg McNiff.
IGA Centennial Gala to celebrate a century of independent grocery excellence
The three-day IGA Rally will feature educational sessions, networking opportunities and special events, culminating Sept. 19 with the IGA Centennial Awards of Excellence Gala
Retail groups challenge Visa and Mastercard settlement
RILA joined NRF in objecting to a proposed settlement in the long-running credit card swipe fee litigation.
Amazon and Target set competing October deal events
Amazon and Target will launch competing two-day sales on October 6 as retailers push the holiday shopping season further into October.
Acosta: 34% of shoppers use AI to shop
AI is playing a growing role in product discovery and selection, but trust remains a barrier to autonomous purchasing.
Flashfood launches with Buehler’s Fresh Foods across Northeast Ohio
Flashfood is now available in all 14 Buehler’s stores, increasing access to Flashfood’s affordable grocery app
Costco expands Uber Eats delivery to 47 states
Nearly 600 Costco locations are now available through Uber Eats as the company significantly expands its U.S. partnership.
Weis Markets promotes James Godfrey to VP
Godfrey will oversee store-level programs focused on financial performance, labor productivity, shrink reduction and the customer experience.
Amazon invests $1.5 billion in higher worker pay
The retailer is raising its minimum starting wage for full-time U.S. core operations employees to $20 an hour as it expands its benefits package.
Walmart pilots Health Ambassador role in rural communities
“Health does not happen in one place, and it rarely fits neatly into a single appointment,” said Emily Aaronson, chief medical officer, Walmart U.S.
Harps CEO Eskew to retire after nearly 50 years
Eskew will retire after nearly five decades with Harps, with president J. Max Van Hoose selected to lead the 177-store grocer.
Amazon sets Prime Big Deal Days for Oct. 6-7
The two-day event will feature millions of deals as Amazon looks to capture early holiday spending.