NRF: Retail spending holds steady, but tariffs could weigh on budgets
“We’re continuing to see growth for core retail sales this year at about the same pace as last year,” said NRF's chief economist.
Retail News
Sedano’s Supermarkets taps RELEX to unify pricing and promotions strategy
The grocer will leverage RELEX’s AI-powered platform to move away from manual pricing processes and toward data-driven decision-making.
Circana earns TikTok Measurement Partner badge
This partnership gives TikTok advertisers advanced capabilities to assess their campaigns.
Kroger named one of America's most trustworthy companies by Newsweek
Companies earn this distinction from three main public pillars of trust – associate trust, customer trust and investor trust.
Costco to open first stand-alone gas station
Unlike traditional Costco fueling centers, this station will not include a convenience store or warehouse.
2025 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give raises $1.5 million to fight hunger and feed communities in need
Carlota Ciganda claims title with one-stroke victory.
Albertsons Media Collective launches in-store digital display network
Mondelēz signs on as launch partner for new retail media solution.
Instacart and Pinterest to launch new retail media partnership
New capability leverages first-party data and will make Pinterest ads directly shoppable via Instacart.
Walmart and Amazon eye stablecoins in bid to bypass traditional banking
The development indicates merchants' increasing interest in using blockchain tools to reduce costs and speed up settlements.
ALDI starts selling alcohol in New York City
The move marks the first time ALDI will offer alcoholic beverages in its New York City stores.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows continued sales growth for May, but less stockpiling ahead of tariffs
“The data for May indicates that the pull-forward in consumer demand ahead of tariffs is likely dissipating,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.
Rite Aid prepares to sell remaining assets
Walgreens and the three brand management companies are evaluating Rite Aid’s intellectual property and loyalty program.
Costco Executive Members to get monthly delivery credit via Instacart
Costco Executive Members in the US and Canada will receive a $10 monthly credit towards a delivery order.
Gen Zers Vote for their favorite products at ECRM Next Gen Beauty Picks Event
Over three dozen brands showcased products, and teens and buyers sampled them before voting.
Food Lion Feeds marks a decade of hunger relief with 10th annual Feedys Awards
Food Lion Feeds has now helped provide more than 1.5 billion meals and is committed to donating 3 billion by 2032.
Walgreens and KFF’s Greater Than Campaign to offer free HIV/STD testing in stores on June 27
More than 415 local health departments and community organizations mobilize across the country for largest-ever National HIV Testing Day event.