Department & Category How grocers can reel in more customer seafood spend Food retailers have an opportunity to convert customers into “occasional or frequent” seafood shoppers by highlighting seafood’s affordability, health benefits and more, FMI found. Grocery Dive March 25, 2025March 25, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryDept. FreshShoppersHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation IV Therapy and Vein Access: The Future of Patient Care In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, intravenous (IV) therapy and vein access devices have emerged as critical components, driving significant advancements in patient care. According to BCC Research, the global market for IV therapy and venous access devices is ready for remarkable growth, from $57.0 billion in 2024 to an impressive $74.4 billion by 2029. This […] BCC Research March 25, 2025March 25, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces The Clinical Trial Infrastructure Market: A Growing Ecosystem for Healthcare Innovation The healthcare industry is undergoing rapid transformation, with one of the most critical areas being the expansion of clinical trials. Clinical trials serve as the backbone of medical advancements, from drug development to understanding new disease mechanisms. However, clinical trials are complex and resource-intensive endeavors that require robust infrastructure to ensure success. This is where […] BCC Research March 24, 2025March 24, 2025 < 1 min read Health & WellnessTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Danielle Crawford Media: Guiding Businesses Towards a Stronger Online Reputation Source: Danielle Crawford Media (EZ Newswire) NEW YORK, NY — In today’s digital era, a business’s reputation is no longer confined to word-of-mouth recommendations or physical interactions. The online landscape has dramatically expanded how companies are perceived, making online reputation management (ORM) a critical factor for success. New York-based Danielle Crawford Media specializes in helping […] Bigtechnology March 22, 2025March 22, 2025 3 min read ShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: UGCMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRConsumersMetaverseMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationHealth & WellnessDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Zepbound copycats remain online despite FDA ban Copycat versions of Eli Lilly’s diabetes drug Mounjaro and obesity drug Zepbound were supposed to go away this week. They’re still available on some websites. CNBC March 21, 2025March 21, 2025 < 1 min read GovernmentHealth & WellnessGLP-1 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Who is Eating What When? The food and beverage retail world is undergoing a significant transformation according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Consumers are reshaping their eating habits, with a remarkable return to home-prepared meals—a trend not seen at this level since 2000. That said, let’s see look at some of what The […] Grocerant Guru March 21, 2025March 21, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsDept. FrozenVendorsDept. FreshInsight ProvidersDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaRestaurantsDept. RefrigeratedCompetitionTrends: Food and BeverageConagraTechnology & InnovationShoppersDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessESG and CSRHomeChefMerchandisingMeta (Facebook)NestleTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Edible Leans into its Name with Launch of Marketplace for Hemp-Based Products Edible Arrangements, know for its colorful fruit bouquets, rebranded as Edible Brands in late 2023. Now the company is leaning into potential confusion around its name with the debut of an ecommerce marketplace focused on hemp-based products — Edibles.com. The site launched in Texas on March 20, and Edible Brands plans to quickly expand it […] Retail TouchPoints March 20, 2025March 20, 2025 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersCannabisHealth & WellnessExecutivesOmnichannelLegal & CriminalDept. HBCPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshFlagship StoresPartnershipsStrategyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Yodel strengthens employee wellbeing offering in partnership with the Retail Trust Independent parcel carrier Yodel has strengthened its partnership with the Retail Trust, the industry charity protecting the health and happiness of people working in retail through wellbeing support. The partnership which dates back to 2018, has seen the Retail Trust support almost 1,000 Yodel colleagues,… This story continues at Yodel strengthens employee wellbeing offering in […] Talking Retail March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 < 1 min read Health & WellnessPhilanthropy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Top Healthcare Industry Trends to Watch in 2025 Healthcare is evolving faster than ever. New treatments, advanced technology, and sustainable solutions are transforming how we prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases. What once seemed futuristic is now becoming reality. Can Alzheimer’s drugs truly slow disease progression? Will medical devices become more sustainable? How secure is patient data in a digital-first world? BCC Research March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 < 1 min read Health & WellnessSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Debuts AI-Powered Tools to Supercharge Healthy Food Shopping Instacart has introduced Smart Shop, which leverages generative AI and machine learning to create a more personalized grocery shopping experience. The platform also has unveiled AI-powered Health Tags that provide detailed nutrition information across its catalog, as well as curated Inspiration Pages featuring expert-backed health recommendations and shoppable recipes. The initial Inspiration Page was developed […] Retail TouchPoints March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 3 min read InstacartHealth & WellnessAIDeliveryTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryDept. FreshData & InsightsDept. NonfoodShoppersMarketing: PrintMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarConsumersDept. PetDept. PerimeterMarketing: BrandMarketing: In StoreUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer From Clicks to Bricks: When Product Brands Should Make the Leap into Physical Retail In a world seemingly dominated by online shopping, you might wonder why any product brand would consider entering physical retail. But while ecommerce is thriving, something magical happens when customers can touch, feel, and experience products in a real-world setting. Transitioning from ecommerce to physical retail is a bold step, but when done right, it […] Retail Bound March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 4 min read ShoppersStore LocationCustomer ExperienceStrategyBrick and MortarSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsConsumersTrends: RetailMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTargetWalmartTechnology & InnovationOmnichannelMetaverseTech: AR and VRPricing & PromotionsDeliveryWarby ParkerGovernmentDept. ApparelHealth & WellnessInternational - North AmericaBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category PepsiCo buys prebiotic soda brand Poppi for nearly $2B The deal boosts the food and beverage giant’s health-focused portfolio as consumers demand more better-for-you options. MarketingDive March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 < 1 min read PepsiCoDept. BeverageConsumersHealth & WellnessDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces RFK Jr wants to close a ‘loophole’ in food additive regulation The Health and Human Services Secretary directed the FDA to consider eliminating a pathway that allowed companies to “self-affirm” whether their ingredients are safe for consumption. Grocery Dive March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 < 1 min read GovernmentDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Don’t Wait for a Law to Compel You: Why Retailers Should Update Workplace Violence Policies Now Retail industry executives have a profound and unique responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their frontline employees. The recent enactment of New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act, which requires retail employers with more than 500 employees nationwide to provide personnel with panic buttons, marks a significant step toward enhancing worker safety. Although this […] Retail TouchPoints March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 3 min read AssociatesPredictions and ForecastsConsultingOperations & Supply ChainStore LocationStrategyDept. FuelHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaConsumersPricing & PromotionsExecutivesResults & InvestmentRestaurantsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionLegal & CriminalMarketing: BroadcastDept. NonfoodAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Colorectal Cancer Screening and Diagnostics Market: A Comprehensive Overview Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers worldwide, affecting both men and women. Early detection through screening and diagnostics plays a critical role in reducing mortality rates, improving treatment outcomes, and enhancing overall survival rates. As the global awareness about colorectal cancer increases, so does the demand for advanced diagnostic […] BCC Research March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Good Food News: Gen Z Showing Leadership The food industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven in large part by the changing preferences and digital habits of Generation Z. From restaurants and convenience stores to grocery retailers, businesses are recognizing the need to adapt their strategies to meet the demands of this socially connected, health-conscious, and convenience-driven generation. Recent data from […] Grocerant Guru March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 3 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryDept. FreshData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarESG and CSRRestaurantsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: Food and BeverageMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationShoppersCustomer ExperiencePredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreTikTokStrategyPepsiCoPartnershipsMeta (Facebook)Marketing: TradeOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dollar General, Walmart Warn That Low-Income American Consumers Are in Trouble Dollar General and Walmart have both issued warnings about the fiscal health of low-income consumers. RetailWire March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 < 1 min read ConsumersWalmartDollar GeneralHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Ulta lost market share in beauty for the first time last year As part of a wide-ranging turnaround, the beauty retailer is launching a marketplace, expanding its wellness offering and fixing up stores. RetailDive March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. HBCHealth & WellnessBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Neurology Market: Unlocking the Future of Brain Health The field of neurology is advancing at an incredible pace, driven by cutting-edge research, technological innovations, and a rising global demand for effective treatments of neurological disorders. As conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, migraines, and epilepsy continue to affect millions worldwide, the neurology market is rapidly expanding, offering new opportunities for businesses and healthcare providers […] BCC Research March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 < 1 min read Health & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer A Familiar Story: Hedge Funds Win While Consumers and Food Retailers Suffer In what is shaping up to be yet another chapter in the long history of private equity reshaping American retail, Walgreens Boots Alliance deal with Sycamore Partners is not going to benefit consumers of the legacy brand according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The potential buyout, which could […] Grocerant Guru March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 4 min read ConsumersWalgreensDept. GroceryData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaResults & InvestmentAcquisitionSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationBankruptcyDept. NonfoodMeta (Facebook)ReturnsDept. Toys & GamesBrick and MortarTwitterHealth & WellnessAssociatesTrends: RetailDept. FreshDept. PharmacyDivestituresESG and CSRExecutivesStrategyPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Shielding Stores from Gun Violence: The Need for Smart Security Measures Gun violence is an escalating crisis that extends beyond headlines — it’s affecting everyday shopping experiences. The ZeroEyes Gun Research Center has analyzed nearly 1,200 gun-related incidents in retail environments this year alone. Major retailers like Walmart and CVS have experienced events ranging from armed robberies to violent altercations, contributing to a culture of fear […] Retail TouchPoints March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIAssociatesBrick and MortarResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaEconomyHealth & WellnessCVSData & InsightsDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainShoppersStore LocationExecutivesWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category RFK Jr. pressures Big Food to remove artificial dyes in meeting with CEOs Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told top food CEOs that he wants “the worst ingredients” out of food. CNBC March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Rare Beauty’s chief marketer on winning Gen Z through community-oriented marketing This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. AUSTIN, TEXAS — It wasn’t until nearly five years after it launched that Rare Beauty, the beauty and cosmetics line founded by Selena Gomez, ran a major ad campaign. When the effort debuted last fall, the celebrity-led upstart was by then estimated to be […] RetailDive March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 4 min read Dept. HBCHealth & WellnessConsumersInclusivityMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRCOVID19Marketing: BroadcastMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. BeverageExecutivesMarketing: OOHDept. NonfoodPodcastsDept. ApparelIndustry Conferences and EventsGovernmentTikTokDept. FuelAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons Sets 1.5 Billion Meal Goal; Instacart to Pilot Medically Tailored Groceries for Veterans Through a combination of surplus food donations from its stores and funds raised by the Albertsons Foundation, the supermarket retailer has set a new goal of enabling 1.5 billion meals by 2030 as part of its Recipe for Change framework. Additionally, the Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors program will invest $10 million annually to help break the […] Retail TouchPoints March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 2 min read InstacartAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryHealth & WellnessDeliveryDept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshMarketing: Social MediaGovernmentBrick and MortarExecutivesDept. PharmacyPredictions and ForecastsData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Live from Commerce Media Brand Summit with Bayer’s Chelsea Alexander In this episode, the CPG Guys are joined by Chelsea Alexander, Vice President, Emerging Digital Platforms at Bayer Consumer Health. The episode was recorded in Atlanta GA at the Commerce Brand Media Summit in March 2025. Follow Chelsea Alexander on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsey-alexander-a3269757/ Follow Bayer on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bayer/ Follow Bayer online at: https://www.bayer.com/en/personal-health/better-health-for-all Chelsea answers […] The CPG Guys March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessStrategyPodcastsBrokersCompetitionMarketing: Retail MediaMerchandisingsocial commerceShoppersConsumersBrick and MortarGovernmentESG and CSRMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Tariffs, Takeovers & Our Encore Interview with Carrie Baker, President-Canada Goose In this episode of Remarkable Retail, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis break down a high-stakes week of retail headlines before reprising a conversation recorded two years ago with Canada Goose President, Carrie Baker. Carrie touches on the brand’s unique positioning, DTC growth strategy, sustainability initiatives, and product line extensions. Retail News Breakdown: Tariff Whiplash – The Trump administration’s latest on-again, off-again tariffs are […] Remarkable Retail Podcast March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIGovernmentInternational - North AmericaMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsIndustry Conferences and EventsStrategyConsumersSustainabilityResults & InvestmentExecutivesWalgreensMerchandisingShoppersDept. GroceryData & InsightsAmazonMarketing: BroadcastMeta (Facebook)TargetPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsStreamingLegal & CriminalEconomyESG and CSRAssociatesBest BuyTrends: RetailDept. OTCDept. PharmacyGoogleTikTokHealth & WellnessStart UpsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug CVS to Open 12 Small Pharmacy-Focused Stores Over the next year, CVS will open a dozen small-format stores in locations throughout the U.S. that will include full-service pharmacies but very limited selections of non-healthcare retail, according to the Wall Street Journal. The stores will average less than 5,000 square feet — not even half as large as a typical CVS store. These […] Retail TouchPoints March 11, 2025March 11, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAICVSBrick and MortarHealth & WellnessWalgreensDept. PharmacyAcquisitionResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelCompetitionDept. OTCDept. HBCOperations & Supply ChainEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation From Hospitals to Homes: How Robotics Will Change Your Life in 2025 The robotics industry is experiencing rapid advancements, transforming various sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and food automation. As we enter 2025, the demand for robotics across multiple sectors is skyrocketing. From healthcare to home automation, robotics is a futuristic dream and a present-day reality. Among the fastest-growing segments are medical and kitchen robotics, transforming industries […] BCC Research March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 < 1 min read Tech: RoboticsHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees How Retail can Turn the Tide on Associate Wellbeing Retail workers are the face of the company. They are the people who interact with shoppers and provide a memorable experience. But the unique set of challenges that come with working in retail, coupled with today’s economic reality, can have a significant toll on the mental and emotional wellbeing of employees. In fact, a study […] Retail TouchPoints March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 3 min read AssociatesShoppersHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationHoliday & EventsBrick and MortarLegal & CriminalMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodMarketing: BrandEconomyConagraBOPISWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Is Publix Be Losing Its Mojo? For decades, Publix has been a dominant force in the grocery industry, particularly in the Southeastern United States. Known for its clean stores, friendly customer service, and high-quality products, the chain has built a loyal following. However, as competition intensifies, Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes that Publix may […] Grocerant Guru March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 4 min read Regional GroceryPublixConsumersData & InsightsShoppersWalmartAldiDept. GroceryLidlMarketing: Social MediaKrogerHealth & WellnessDeliveryTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCompetitionPricing & PromotionsDept. Natural / OrganicBrick and MortarDept. FreshMarketing: TradeBOPISEconomyInstacartStrategyMeta (Facebook)Owned Brands (Private Label)TwitterMarketing: In StoreTrends: RetailESG and CSRDept. PerimeterDept. NonfoodPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain International Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Q1 2025 Top Retail Trends What happened in retail in Q1? (A lot!) What’s up: 🔺 Tariffs 🔺 Supply chain shifts 🔺 AI adoption 🔺 Value-oriented retailers’ store counts What’s down 🔻 Retailers with declining relevance 🔻 The status quo and certainty 🔻 DEI programs Written by Lisa Goller March 24, 2025March 24, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Retailer Media Retail Ecosystem Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walgreens Agrees to $10B Sycamore Partners Acquisition Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has finalized a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private after being in the stock market for nearly 100 years. Sycamore will pay $11.45 per share in cash for the Walgreens business, according to a company announcement. Shareholders can receive up to $3 more per share […] Written by Retail TouchPoints March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Strategy Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen resigns after ethics review His departure follows a company board investigation into conduct “unrelated to the business,” the grocer said. Written by Grocery Dive March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Department & Category Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Kroger Announces Resignation of CEO Rodney McMullen The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rodney McMullen has resigned from the Company following a Board investigation of his personal conduct that, while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on Business Ethics. Written by Kroger Press Releases March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked