September could be a peak month for port imports
Extended peak season reflects resilient consumer demand despite tariffs, inflation and higher fuel prices
Retail News
Every Man Jack and Baker Mayfield launch co-created personal care collection at Target
Limited-edition body wash and antiperspirant line debuts Sept. 9, with expansion to Publix planned for October
Wakefern Food Corp. and Uber Eats partner to expand on-demand grocery delivery across the U.S. Northeast
Over 375 stores spanning Wakefern’s family of banner brands, including ShopRite, join the Uber Eats platform, offering delivery of fresh groceries from trusted neighborhood supermarkets
Albertsons Cos. appoints Meg Whitman as executive chair
Whitman brings over 40 years of business, technology and strategic innovation experience. Kim Fennebresque named lead independent director.
NRF taps former federal prosecutor for top legal role
NRF named former federal prosecutor and Amazon veteran Marissa Bostick as senior vice president and general counsel.
Brookshire Grocery Co. raises more than $313,000 for local schools
The funds will be distributed directly to schools served by BGC stores and used to help provide essential school upplies and resources for students during the 2026-2027 school year
California legislature approves first-in-nation ‘Non-Ultra-Processed’ Food Label Program
UPF labeling legislation now heads to Gov. Newsom’s desk
Circana brings Google Meridian into Liquid Mix platform
The integration combines Meridian’s open-source modeling framework with Circana’s first-party data and measurement capabilities.
Inventory issues deter consumers from in-person shopping, GreyOrange Research finds
Nearly eight in 10 (78%) have encountered out-of-stock or limited-quantity items in the last 90 days
GIANT reimagining shopping experience in Souderton, Pa.
Remodel will bring enhanced assortments, more meal solutions and improvements across fresh, center store and pharmacy.
SheaMoisture and Walmart bring Sheaversity on the Yard to HBCU campuses
Building on the success of the Sheaversity platform, the five-campus tour brings textured hair education, cultural connection and product discovery directly to the heart of HBCU life.
Food Lion associates, community partners and customers unite to reduce food insecurity
Food Lion’s hunger relief platform, Food Lion Feeds, is recognizing Hunger Action Month through three annual initiatives: The Great Pantry Makeover, Sack To Give Back and the Apple Bag Campaign
Sprouts Farmers Market opens new store in Hartsdale, New York
From Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, a variety of activities celebrated the grand opening offering fun for the whole family and will lasted all weekend long.
Weis Markets opens remodeled Danville store
Shoppers will find an expanded, market-style produce department with a broader assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as full-service seafood and meat departments
The Vitamin Shoppe appoints Kimberley Gardiner to lead marketing and growth
Gardiner will report directly to chief executive officer Sharon Leite and join the company's executive leadership team
Natural Grocers launches nationwide delivery with DoorDash
The partnership brings on-demand and scheduled delivery to all 174 Natural Grocers stores nationwide.