“Retailers have been bringing merchandise into the country for months in attempts to mitigate against rising tariffs, but that opportunity has come to an end,“ says NRF's Jonathan Gold.
Walmart reaffirmed its Q1 and full-year 2026 guidance at its annual Investment Community Meeting while spotlighting key achievements and strategic priorities.
“Together, we are well-positioned to address the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead,” writes Jennifer Hatcher, FMI’s Chief Public Policy Officer and SVP of Government and Member Relations.
According to recent research by Circana, this shift highlights an evolving consumer landscape in which value, convenience, and occasion-based spending impact buying behavior.
LinkedIn cites Amazon's emphasis on skills training and growth opportunities as key factors in its continued recognition.
Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, Americans are prioritizing Easter celebrations, and spending is projected to surge across a wide range of categories.
“We remain in the early stages of our turnaround plan, and continue to expect that meaningful value creation will take time,” says WBA CEO Tim Wentworth.
Kristal Sevcik has been re-elected chairperson of PLMA’s Board of Directors.
Brian Newman has been named executive vice president and chief financial officer designate, effective April 21 and Dr. Amy Compton-Phillips will be the company’s new executive vice president and chief medical officer, effective May 19.
In its SEC filing, Klarna explicitly cited global trade policy shifts, including tariffs, as a potential risk to its business model.
The tool is specifically designed as a white-label application for distributors, allowing sales reps to place delivery requests on behalf of customers through a familiar, simplified process.
“The consumer is in a state of confusion and trying to decipher how to prioritize their purchases in an environment of significant change,” according to Circana.
Rite Aid’s continued instability stems from a range of challenges, including legal liabilities from opioid-related lawsuits.
As the U.S. navigates evolving trade policies, FMI president and CEO Leslie Sarasin reaffirmed the food industry’s commitment to working with the Trump administration.
Retailers are experiencing the most rapid growth in breach-related expenses and must recognize that their previous immunity to large-scale breaches is dissipating.
