-
4 days ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Midwest retailer Meijer has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the seventh year in a row, earning its highest employee satisfaction scores to date. The privately owned, family-operated company received top marks for its commitment to community involvement, fostering an inclusive environment, and cultivating supportive leadership.
-
5 days ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
EWING, N.J. — As inflation continues to weigh on household budgets, a new survey from GS1 US reveals that U.S. consumers are paying closer attention to food labels and demanding more transparency at the grocery store. The study found that 33% of adults expect food prices to rise this summer, and another 47% expect them to stay the same. A combined 80% of consumers feel little to no relief from persistent grocery inflation.
-
5 days ago | 
chaindrugreview.com | Thorvardur de Shong
LONDON — Unilever announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Dr. Squatch, a leading U.S.-based natural men’s personal care brand, from growth equity firm Summit Partners. The acquisition is part of Unilever’s strategy to strengthen its presence in high-growth, premium personal care categories and expand its men's grooming space offerings.
-
5 days ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
KEENE, N.H. and GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—In a move set to reshape the U.S. grocery supply chain and retail landscape, C&S Wholesale Grocers announced on Monday it will acquire SpartanNash in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.77 billion, or $26.90 per share, representing a 52.5% premium to SpartanNash’s closing stock price on June 20.
-
5 days ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
BENTONVILLE, Ark.–Walmart is heating up summer with the return of Walmart Deals, a six-day savings event running July 8–13, both online and in stores. From tech and toys to school supplies and self-care essentials, the retailer promises deep discounts and easier shopping experiences. The event starts online at midnight ET on July 8 and in physical stores at local opening times, offering thousands of limited-time markdowns on top brands like Samsung, Vizio, Dyson, and Sharpie.
-
1 week ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
CINCINNATTI—Kroger Co. today announced solid first quarter results for fiscal 2025, driven by gains in pharmacy, e-commerce and fresh categories. The grocery giant also raised its full-year guidance for identical sales without fuel to a range of 2.25% to 3.25%, up from prior estimates. “Kroger delivered solid first quarter results, with strong sales led by pharmacy, eCommerce and fresh.
-
1 week ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
OTTAWA, Ontario — Convenience stores are rewriting their role in retail, transforming from gas-and-snack stops into full-fledged food destinations and retail media powerhouses. According to Intouch Insight’s newly released 2025 Convenience Store Trends Report, the sector is heating up with made-to-order meals, cleaner store experiences, and digital innovations that rival quick-service restaurants (QSRs).
-
1 week ago | 
chaindrugreview.com | Thorvardur de Shong
SALT LAKE CITY — Xlear, a Utah-based hygiene products manufacturer, has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), accusing the agency of violating constitutional rights and overstepping its statutory authority by requiring marketing substantiation for product claims. The suit, filed in the Utah Federal District Court, invokes the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo decision as the basis for challenging the FTC’s enforcement powers.
-
1 week ago | 
chaindrugreview.com | Thorvardur de Shong
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — GNC has released the first real-world clinical nutrition study analyzing the dietary patterns of GLP-1 users, shedding light on significant nutritional gaps among those taking the increasingly popular class of weight-loss medications. The study, now accepted for peer-reviewed publication in Frontiers, represents a landmark effort by the global health and wellness retailer to guide future supplement development, clinical guidance, and consumer education.
-
1 week ago | 
massmarketretailers.com | Thorvardur de Shong
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced today that its Michigan shoppers collectively saved nearly $200 million over the past year through its mPerks digital rewards program, which offers weekly deals on groceries, merchandise, and fuel. The free program, now in its 15th year, provides Meijer customers with access to more than $1,000 in weekly savings through the retailer’s app.
