New Walmart initiatives aim to help associates move up to higher-paying jobs at the company
Efforts are designed to prepare workers for critical roles across Walmart’s operations while addressing labor shortages.
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ALDI nears $10M fundraising goal for childhood cancer research
ALDI is on track to meet its $10 million fundraising goal for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation a full year ahead of schedule.
Sam’s Club nears completion of the ‘made without’ ingredient overhaul of its Member’s Mark product line
“We take pride in the high-quality ingredients that go into our products, but what truly differentiates us are the ingredients we consciously leave out.”
CHPA welcomes bipartisan SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act
The legislation recognizes sunscreen's vital role in skin cancer prevention and seeks to broaden effective sun protection options for U.S. consumers.
ALDI cuts prices on 400+ products
The retailer is rolling back prices on nearly 25% of its storewide selection.
Dollar General welcomes celebrity brands
DG introduces new products and collections for the home featuring renowned celebrities, designers and brands.
Walmart bets big on agentic AI to power the future of retail
“Consumers are looking for practical solutions that save time, reduce complexity, and make everyday shopping easier.”
Wegmans launches annual campaign supporting summer feeding programs
Wegmans’ campaign helps food banks provide kids with adequate food during school breaks.
Save A Lot details social impact milestones in annual ‘A Lot of Good’ report
“Our commitment to community, quality, and operational excellence is what sets Save A Lot apart.”
SOCi urges retail brands to adopt human validation or risk obsolescence
SOCi’s Consumer Behavior Index reveals that consumers increasingly turn to TikTok, Instagram, and real human experiences for validation.
Kroger launches ‘Summer in a Pint’ ice cream, giving away 92,000 free pints
“We're thrilled to launch the Summer in a Pint collection offering customers a taste of summer paradise – no passport or boarding pass needed,” said Kroger's Mike Murphy.
Dollar Tree tops sales estimates in Q1 but warns of earnings hit from tariffs
“Our strong first quarter performance underscores the progress we’ve made against our strategic priorities.”
Etos President Pieter Saman moves to Food Lion; Lynne Bruning-van Gessel to succeed him
Pieter Saman joined Ahold Delhaize in 2020 as Brand President of Gall & Gall before taking the helm at Etos in 2023.
CVS Health to spend $20B to enhance consumer experience
The move is expected to impact the company’s vertically integrated units, such as pharmacies, Aetna health insurers, and other operators.
Circana completes deal for NCSolutions
“Bringing together Circana and NCS data, technology assets, and industry-leading expertise will deliver more value for our clients as we work with them to maximize every media and marketing dollar they spend.”
Dollar General posts strong Q1 results, raises outlook despite tariff concerns
“Our efforts to improve execution and enhance the associate and customer experience are yielding positive outcomes.”