Duncan MacNaughton named chairman of Family Dollar as chain is sold for $1 billion
MacNaughton: “I am excited to collaborate with the Family Dollar team and our incredibly capable and supportive new investors to drive the business forward.”
Retail News
"Sun Responsibly" campaign launches in stores
The campaign is considered the first of its kind, in which retailers and even competitors join forces to spread the word.
Podsy, SneakERASERS win Buyers Choice Awards at ECRM household cleaning session
“This year’s winning companies created unique solutions to common cleaning problems.”
WAFC elects 2025–2026 Directors, Officers and Board of Directors
“We are thrilled and incredibly honored to have this group of extraordinary industry leaders join the WAFC Board of Directors,” said Kevin Lovell, WAFC President and Chairman.
SpartanNash names Matt Plumb vice president of marketing for retail banners
The appointment is part of SpartanNash’s broader push to elevate its retail brands by delivering a more personalized and compelling shopping experience.
Walmart, Sam’s Club commit $750,000 to storm recovery efforts in Illinois, Kentucky, and Missouri
“Our teams are working closely with local leaders and first responders, and we're actively coordinating efforts to provide support where it’s needed most.”
Ahold Delhaize names Tim Bork Chief Commercial Officer for Europe & Indonesia
"I am excited to join Ahold Delhaize and contribute to its strong legacy of customer focus and operational excellence,” Bork said.
U.S. egrocery sales surge to $9.8 billion in April
Memberships deepen engagement among existing customers and attract new ones.
Target Circle 360 now offers no-markup same-day delivery from 100+ retailers
Previously exclusive to Target orders, this no-markup benefit now extends to major partners like CVS, PetSmart, Lowe’s, and regional grocers including Hy-Vee and Giant Eagle.
Kroger shuts down Kroger Ship
Launched in 2018, Kroger Ship initially allowed customers to order groceries online for home delivery.
Circana: Mass beauty has 3% increase in first quarter, as prestige remains flat
Fragrance maintains its position as the top-performing category.
Reimagining retail healthcare
The theme of the Nourishing Health Conference, hosted by Kroger Co., was retailers’ ability to act as catalysts for making health care more accessible, affordable and effective.
Brand Innovators charges into retail media with new ‘Evolution of Commerce’ series
Brand Innovators has officially launched its Evolution of Commerce event series, an initiative designed to explore the fast-changing world of shopper marketing, retail media, and omnichannel commerce.
NRF: Steady April retail sales signal economic resilience
NRF’s Chief Economist, Jack Kleinhenz, emphasized that the economy remains resilient.
Rite Aid enters into a series of sale transactions
Company to sell 1,000 pharmacy assets to CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Albertsons, Kroger, and Giant Eagle, among others
FMI announces 2025 Store Manager Award finalists
FMI honors store managers who exemplify excellence in leadership, sales growth, community engagement, and customer service.