Coca-Cola to launch a U.S. version made with cane sugar
The announcement came about a week after President Donald Trump had said the company had “agreed” to use cane sugar in its beverages.
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Wawa expands EV charging through Ionna partnership
First “Rechargery” site launches in Florida as part of Ionna’s largest EV deal to date.
Convenience retailers are rapidly closing the digital gap says Circana’s David Portalatin
From sales slump to digital surge: Convenience retail’s wake-up call.
Target launches "Back-to-School-idays" promotion with savings and in-store experiences
“Getting ready for a new school year should be an exciting time for families.”
Inmar and Upshop partner to align retail marketing with real-time shelf availability
Upshop and Inmar Intelligence partner to power smarter, faster retail execution through unified marketing and e-commerce fulfillment capabilities.
Walmart to make Vizio a private brand in bid to grow retail media
Walmart’s integration of Vizio aims to differentiate its retail media by making ad experiences shoppable and seamless within the customer journey.
Credit card ‘Swipe’ fees cost the average family $1,200 each year
Credit card ‘Swipe’ fees account for $3B of back-to-school costs in 2025.
Dollar General Literacy Foundation launches sixth annual Yellow Glasses Campaign
Since launching in 2020, The Yellow Glasses Project has raised more than $6 million.
U.S. egrocery sales hit $9.8 billion in June 2025
Delivery, Pickup, and Ship-to-Home Services Drive Strong Gains Amid Shift Toward Online Shopping
Kroger recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” for sixth consecutive year
Retailer achieves top score on Disability Equality Index for its ongoing commitment to inclusion.
PepsiCo beats Q2 estimates despite North American sales dip
With new protein-packed snacks and cleaner labels on the way, PepsiCo is banking on innovation to lift lagging North American sales.
Walmart courts high-income shoppers as e-commerce turns profitable
Walmart aims to shed its discount-store image and attract high-income e-commerce shoppers.
RaceWay taps PAR Technology for new rewards program
The new program, built on the PAR Retail platform, aims to deliver exclusive offers, seamless transactions, and personalized experiences to customers.
Circana: Cool weather, consumer caution slow retail sales in June
Price growth in food and beverage remained stable, with minimal impact from tariffs to date.
Merchants demand swipe fee reform as banks rake in record profits
“Banks are bragging about higher profits and the easy treatment they expect from regulators while Main Street struggles.”
Dollar General rolls out budget-friendly back-to-school deals for families and educators
With 70+ back-to-school items priced at $1 or less – DG is helping families and educators save on back-to-school items.