CVS Pharmacy completes acquisition of Rite Aid assets nationwide
Company wraps up conversion of 63 former Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores in the Pacific Northwest and hundreds of prescription file buys across 15 states.
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Bitcoin Depot and IGA team up to bring Bitcoin access to neighborhood grocery stores
Distribution deal grows U.S. retail footprint.
New study reveals nearly 80% of Americans are preparing for economic challenges as the peak holiday shopping season nears
The new study based on surveys of more than 2,000 American consumers conducted by The Harris Poll and Nift, the technology company connecting commerce platforms to advertisers and brands to new customers.
Albertsons exceeds forecast for second quarter
Full-year guidance adjusted to reflect strength in pharmacy and grocery categories.
Walmart teams with OpenAI to create AI-first shopping experiences
Partnership will allow customers and members to complete purchases from Walmart directly within ChatGPT.
CVS Health 2025 Rx Report looks at transformation of community pharmacy to meet patient needs
CVS Health/Morning Consult survey reveals patients trust and prefer local pharmacy care, want expanded services in community pharmacy.
Kroger may break tradition with first external CEO
Tim Massa, Kroger’s chief people officer, revealed the shift in a C-Suite Awards questionnaire, calling it his top goal for the coming year: “Selecting our first-ever external hire Chief Executive Officer in our company’s 143-year history.”
Publix Super Markets signs lease for a new location in Virginia
The supermarket will cover about 50,325 square feet and employ approximately 150 associates, Publix spokesperson Jared Glover said.
Amazon adding 250,000 seasonal workers
E-commerce giant's holiday hiring in line with last year's.
Walmart launches first-of-its kind contactless auto experience
With the debut of contactless Auto Care Centers, Walmart is reimagining car care through a seamless blend of digital convenience and in-store expertise.
Instacart gives SNAP recipients 50% off Instacart+ to boost nutrition access
Anyone who used an EBT SNAP card to buy groceries on Instacart in the past six months can now register for Instacart+ at half price for 12 months.
AWG Brands unveils 35 new products designed to boost holiday sales
New lineup includes unique and seasonal flavors, convenient meal solutions, and everyday essentials to capture shopper demand.
Kroger celebrates 25 years of Private Selection brand
Retailer's Private Selection brand reaches milestone, celebrates with 4X fuel points offer.
The GIANT Company donates $100,000 to The Nature Conservancy
This funding will support farmers in adopting new technology and implementing innovative practices.
Weis 4 School raises $534,000 for local schools
Weis Markets donates funds to 483 schools in its seven-state market area for the 2024-2025 Weis 4 School program.
U.S. innovators shine at Walmart’s Open Call 2025
“Open Call is Walmart at its best, backing American jobs and lifting up small businesses,” said John Furner, president and CEO of Walmart U.S.