KISS launches ‘imPRESS Yourself’ campaign
KISS Products Inc. recently launched the “imPRESS Yourself” advertising campaign featuring the “imPRESS Express.
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NACDS to Senate: Pharmacists play a vital role
the nation’s most accessible healthcare providers — have an important role to play when it comes to driving food is medicine initiatives, providing prevention and management services for chronic disease, and delivering total health and wellness solutions.
Target lowering prices on 5,000 popular items
Target Corp. will lower the prices on about 5,000 frequently shopped items across its assortment. The retailer said Monday that it has already reduced prices on about 1,500 items, and has thousands more price cuts planned to take effect over the course of the summer.
Ahold Delhaize seeks to speed growth after Q1
With fiscal 2024 off to a solid start, Ahold Delhaize is setting its sights on accelerating growth across the 16 brick-and-mortar retail and e-commerce brands that it operates in Europe, the United States and Asia.
DG Literacy Foundation surpasses milestone
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. –The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) has announced more than $10.6 million in grants to support nearly 1,100 adult, family, and summer literacy programs across the country. The grants are expected to positively impact more than 1.4 million individuals.
Walmart posts solid sales, profit gains in Q1
Walmart posted strong sales and profit growth for its fiscal first quarter ended April 26th. Revenues increased 6% in the quarter, to $161.5 billion, and operating income grew at a faster pace of 9.6% (13.7% adjusted). Walmart U.S. comparable store sales grew 3.
CVS launches Well Market private label snacks
CVS Pharmacy has debuted Well Market, a store brand consumables line featuring nutritious snacks, beverages and groceries. “Our goal at CVS Health is to be the most consumer-centric health care solutions company,” said chief merchandising officer Musab Balbale.
Census Data: Retail sales moderated in April
WASHINGTON – Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales moderated in April, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said. “Even though household income and job growth are compressing, the consumer spending picture remains positive,” Kleinhenz said.
Walmart to cut headquarters jobs, relocate workers
Walmart said on Tuesday that it plans to cut hundreds of jobs at its corporate headquarters and relocate a majority of its U.S. and Canada-based remote workforce to three main offices. The move marks a shift in strategy after the company initially endorsed virtual work during the pandemic.
Walmart offering free health screenings on May 18
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart is hosting a Wellness Day on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at nearly 4,600 pharmacies nationwide.
Circana: April retail sales settle into pattern
In April 2024, U.S. retail sales revenue and unit demand, including both discretionary general merchandise and consumer packaged goods (CPG), declined 1% compared to the same month last year.
MPC seeks changes to ‘swipe’ fees proposal
The Merchants Payments Coalition, a group lobbying for “a more competitive and transparent” payment-card system,” is asking the Federal Reserve to further modify its proposed cap on the “swipe” fees merchants pay banks to process the transactions.
CVS survey shows rise in mental health concerns
A recent CVS Health/Morning Consult survey found that a majority of adults have significant concerns about their mental health.
FMI Announces 2024 Store Manager Awards
The Food Industry Association has announced the recipients of its 2024 Store Manager Awards. These outstanding individuals have demonstrated exceptional commitment to driving success within their respective stores, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: Retail sales up in April
WASHINGTON – April retail sales were up modestly from March, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, but were down slightly compared to last year. A shift in the timing of Easter appeared to be the reason for the year-over-year decline.
The Vitamin Shoppe launches telehealth service
The Vitamin Shoppe is launching Whole Health Rx by The Vitamin Shoppe, a telehealth service that promises a holistic approach to health solutions — including prescription medications, nutritional supplements for whole-body health, and expert guidance on lifestyle practices to support lifelong wellne