Ollie’s Bargain Outlet surges to no. 1 on Yelp’s Fastest Growing Brands list
With nearly half of this year’s fastest-growing brands focusing on affordability, the consumer shift toward value-driven shopping is expected to continue.
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FMI praises FDA extension of Food Traceability Rule compliance date
“Today’s extension is critical to allow the industry to meet the regulation’s intent while ensuring FDA is able to receive and utilize the data it needs to improve food safety more efficiently with the least impact on consumer prices.”
Gen Z’s ‘little treat culture’ reshapes marketing strategies
Companies that successfully integrate small indulgences into their marketing may be at the top of Gen Z’s shopping lists.
Walmart to open 45 new or remodeled gas stations
“By adding dozens of fuel and convenience stations this year, we are bringing even more value to our customers,” said Dave DeSerio, vice president of fuel and convenience for Walmart U.S.
NACDS observes Nutrition Month with Nourish My Health Digital Campaign
The campaign underscores the significance of accessible nutrition education and support, particularly within the trusted setting of pharmacies.
Instacart unveils AI automation tools to optimize retail media ads
The Universal Campaigns feature leverages machine learning algorithms to analyze performance data and automatically adjust the mix of ad formats, including sponsored product and shoppable display ads.
dunnhumby unveils new AI-powered retail media solution
dunnhumby’s latest integration strengthens its position as a full-service retail media solution provider. By incorporating Osmos’ advanced ad-serving capabilities, the dunnhumby Retail Media Platform now offers an expanded suite of tools.
YouGov U.S. Grocery Store Brand Rankings 2025: Walmart dominates
The “U.S. Grocery Store Brand Rankings 2025” polled over 22,000 Americans on their perceptions of 34 national and regional grocery chains.
Rising grocery prices force Americans to choose between meals and bills
A new study highlights inflation's profound and widespread effects, particularly on lower- and middle-income households.
DoorDash and Dollar General boost food access with SNAP payment integration
The initiative makes grocery shopping easier for SNAP recipients by allowing online purchases and home delivery.
Walmart unveils Wally, the new AI-powered assistant
The tool is expected to significantly enhance efficiency, allowing merchants to spend less time on manual data entry and more time on strategic decision-making.
FMI reveals National Nutrition Month 2025 theme: Food Connects Us
FMI is celebrating the theme by emphasizing the importance of family meals through its Family Meals Movement.
Instacart has introduced Smart Shop
Smart Shop uses generative AI and machine learning to analyze consumer habits and preferences.
Circana: Retail spending steady in February amid economic uncertainty
“The paralyzing effects of economic uncertainty are starting to show up in short-term interruptions in discretionary consumer spending,” said Marshal Cohen, chief retail industry advisor at Circana.
E-grocery sales surge in February, driven by subscriptions and delivery
This momentum highlights the impact of aggressive membership and subscription strategies, which have driven higher order frequency and customer retention.
NRF Chief Economist: Consumer fundamentals remain healthy
“These results show that households are apprehensive and carefully navigating lingering inflation and turmoil related to changing economic policies,“ says NRF's Chief Economist.