Walmart completes $2.3 billion acquisition of VIZIO
“Pairing VIZIO’s innovative platform with Walmart Connect will amplify our ability to deliver impactful advertising solutions and invest further in the customer experience.”
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CVS Health names new leaders for pharmacy and consumer wellness businesses
Len Shankman is president of Pharmacy and Consumer Wellness (PCW), and Lucille Accetta is chief pharmacy officer.
Cofounder Tim Barry steps down as CEO of VillageMD
Chief operating officer Jim Murray is stepping in as interim CEO as Barry leaves the company.
H-E-B expands its Austin footprint with new stores, renovations, and community investments
"We are incredibly excited to continue providing the greater Austin area with stores that are new, expanded, and remodeled.”
Haleon taps Joe Sta-Romana to serve as chief customer officer
Executive tasked with leading U.S. growth and transformation at the consumer health care company
Target launches Cyber Monday deals with up to 50% off on holiday must-haves
“Our Cyber Monday sale invites families to shop for the season’s hottest gifts without stretching their budgets or adding to their busy schedules.”
Black Friday sales were up over 2023, led by e-commerce gains
Retail sales on Black Friday were 3.4% higher than they were on the comparable day last year, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse.
Dollar General launching '24 Days of Savings' holiday campaign
“With the stress of fewer shopping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, we wanted to find a fun way for our customers to plan for and capture upcoming deep discounts on hot items.”
Kohl’s taps Ashley Buchanan of Michaels to succeed Tom Kingsbury as CEO
Kingsbury, who has been at the helm since 2022, will remain in an advisory role to the incoming CEO and continue serving on the board of directors until his retirement in May 2025.
Deloitte predicts record spending on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Seasonal shoppers focus on deals to make the most of every festive dollar this season.
First Quality Joins Caregiver Action Network’s Corporate Leadership Council
The partnership will focus on supporting family caregivers with loved ones managing incontinence.
Nature's Truth is No. 1 in independent pharmacy for fourth year in a row
Nature’s Truth also remains the top brand in the independent pharmacy subcategories of single-letter vitamins; herbals and botanicals; specialty supplements; and mineral supplements, increasing its share in all four.
RangeMe Top Brands: Health & Beauty Care
Discover the RangeMe Top 50 Health & Beauty brands and more at RangeMe (www.rangeme.com).
‘Merchandising Inspiration’ is Emphasis for Davis at Walmart
JERRIT DAVIS, Vice President of Merchandising and Personal Care at Walmart
CVS’ Driscoll Creates Seamless Value Equation With Broad Appeal
MICHELE DRISCOLL, Vice President of Pricing, Promotions and Personalization at CVS Health.