Trends & External Forces NRF foresees soft landing for economy WASHINGTON – Consumer spending provides reason for optimism about the economy, according to the National Retail Federation’s chief economist, who expects a soft landing from the period of high inflation that has prevailed for the past few years. “Today’s economy is a lot like looking into a kaleidoscope, with the view changing and the data […] MMR June 6, 2023June 6, 2023 2 min read EconomyConsumersData & InsightsThick DataKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Rite Aid rolls out RYSHI beauty and personal care essentials PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid announced the launch of RYSHI – its exclusive collection of clean beauty and personal care essentials. Spanning across multiple categories, RYSHI products offer better-for-you ingredients at an accessible price point so customers can conveniently build their beauty toolkit at their neighborhood Rite Aid. The full collection offers a vast range of […] MMR June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 2 min read Rite AidDept. HBCHealth & WellnessPricing & PromotionsMerchandisingKraftHeinzExecutivesBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing thINc’s Specialty Networks and Patient Support Services Summit thINc’s Specialty Networks and Patient Support Services Summit In-Person Event August 28-29, 2023 in Philadelphia, PA https://thinc360.com/340B All registrations subject to review by the thINc team. Cannot be combined with other offers, promotions or applied to an existing registration. Other restrictions may apply. Sponsored guest posts are bylined articles that are screened by Drug Channels […] Drug Channels June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 2 min read Marketing: SocialShoppersData & InsightsConsultingPricing & PromotionsMeta (Facebook)Marketing: TradeKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces The Case For Greater Government Regulation Of Retail Competition The New York Times had an op-ed piece the other day entitled “The Real Reason Your Groceries Are Getting So Expensive,” in which author Stacy Mitchell, executive director of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, made the argument that enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act, “which mandates that suppliers offer the same terms to all retailers,” needs […] MorningNewsBeat June 2, 2023June 2, 2023 3 min read GovernmentCompetitionDept. GroceryMergersWalmartEconomyLegal & CriminalDept. FreshDept. BeverageKrogerKraftHeinzAlbertsons / SafewayResults & InvestmentDept. PerimeterMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsProcter & GambleGeneral MillsConsumersShoppersInclusivityDept. DairyDeliveryTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Heinz honors ‘irrational’ fan love in first unified global brand platform Representing Kraft Heinz’s biggest media investment to date, the effort celebrates tales of brand passion, such as ketchup bottle tattoos. MarketingDive June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Kraft Singles refreshes brand with bold colors, easier-to-open packaging The first overhaul in five years arrives as the brand looks to maintain its momentum during a period of high inflation. MarketingDive May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 < 1 min read PackagingKraftHeinzEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing PBMs and the Battle Over Patient Support Funds:Accumulators, Maximizers, and Alternative Funding (NEW Live Video Webinar) Dr. Adam J. Fein, CEO of Drug Channels Institute (DCI) and the author of Drug Channels, invites you to join him for a new video webinar: PBMs and the Battle Over Patient Support Funds: Accumulators, Maximizers, and Alternative Funding This event will be broadcast live on Friday, June 23, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 […] Drug Channels May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 5 min read Data & InsightsDept. PharmacyMarketing: SocialDept. NonfoodEconomyPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeConsultingTechnology & InnovationStore LocationMeta (Facebook)VendorsResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsKraftHeinzExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces A Retail Business Owner’s Guide To Tax Planning One of the primary objectives of business owners is to maximize profits. However, taxation is one of the factors that can negatively impact profits. Taxes are financial obligations levied by the government on its citizens to fund public projects and government spending. But, is it possible to minimize the taxes you pay at the end […] Retail Minded May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 4 min read GovernmentStrategyAssociatesResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In StoreTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsConsultingKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Report: Record Number Of US Workers Test Positive For Marijuana The Wall Street Journal reports that on a new study from Quest Diagnosticssaying that “as legal marijuana expands in the U.S., a record share of workers is testing positive for the substance in workplace drug screening … Of the more than six million general workforce tests that Quest screened for marijuana in 2022, 4.3% came […] MorningNewsBeat May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 2 min read CannabisAssociatesLegal & CriminalKraftHeinzEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Faces Lawsuits Over “Zombie” Fresh Stores GeekWire reports that “the owner of a major shopping center south of Seattle is suing Amazon, alleging that the company attempted to terminate its lease for a proposed Amazon Fresh grocery store under false pretenses.” The story notes that “according to the lawsuit, Amazon’s November 2022 termination letter said the company wasn’t satisfied with its […] MorningNewsBeat May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 2 min read AmazonBrick and MortarLegal & CriminalDept. FreshKraftHeinzStore LocationExecutivesEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Oscar Mayer rebrands Wienermobile for first time since 1936 A name change to the Frankmobile promotes the brand’s reformulated all-beef franks ahead of summer cookout season. MarketingDive May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Kraft Heinz unveils customizable sauce dispenser with more than 200 condiment combos for restaurants [[“value”:”Kraft Heinz hopes to learn what new sauces it should launch in grocery stores based on data from the digital condiment dispenser.”]] CNBC May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzRestaurantsMars Inc.Data & InsightsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Landlord sues Amazon over delayed Fresh opening in Philadelphia Federal Realty Investment Trust, which filed the lawsuit in March, claims the retail giant “has intentionally refused to complete its work, commence operations or pay rent.” Grocery Dive May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzDept. FreshAmazonResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Uber Continues Commerce Media Push as Sprouts Launches its Own Media Network Powered by Instacart As the retail media landscape continues to grow, Uber is expanding the types of ads available to CPG brands on the Uber Eats platform, and Sprouts Famers Market is leveraging Instacart’s Carrot Ads platform to launch its own retail media network. Sprouts Expands Instacart Partnership to Include Retail Media Offerings Sprouts Farmers Market has launched […] Retail TouchPoints May 7, 2023May 7, 2023 4 min read InstacartDeliveryPartnershipsMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersPepsiCoUbereatsShoppersBOPISTechnology & InnovationMarketing: ShopperCustomer ExperienceDept. BeverageHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsKraftHeinzDept. NonfoodMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOwned Brands (Private Label)Marketing: SocialFood DeliveryGeneral MillsRestaurantsExecutivesDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. DairyDept. Adult BevResults & InvestmentData & InsightsTargetTrends: MarketingInternational - North America 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Kraft Heinz boosted by foodservice, emerging markets Profits strong despite unit volume dip. Food Business News May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Fanatics moves one step closer to IPO, hiring Meta’s head of investor relations [[ Getty Images Fanatics has long been rumored as a potential IPO candidate as the e-commerce and sports business platform has continued to increase its valuation and its reach. While an IPO is not on the immediate horizon, the company is taking a step in the direction of preparing for one, hiring Meta’s investor relations […] CNBC April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 4 min read Results & InvestmentStart UpsMeta (Facebook)ExecutivesCryptoAssociatesNFTStreamingMarketing: SocialInstacartDeliveryJohnson & JohnsonConsumersDept. FuelDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesEconomyPartnershipsHealth & WellnessKraftHeinzMarketing: Digital MediaPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Rite Aid kicks off spring beauty event PHILADELPHIA – Rite Aid is kicking off a spring beauty sales event today, with the theme “Beauty is in Bloom,” promising “spectacular shopping promotions to get consumers feeling and looking their best this season.” For the next three weeks, Rite Aid is offering a variety of special deals, in-store and online, including money-saving promotions on […] MMR April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 2 min read Dept. HBCRite AidConsumersMarketing: TradeMarketing: In StoreJohnson & JohnsonShoppersESG and CSRExecutivesKraftHeinzMerchandisingPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer LPGA Classic focuses on family fun GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Meijer LPGA Classic golf tournament for Simply Give raises money to fight hunger throughout the Midwest, but it was also always meant to be an affordable event for families to enjoy, the company says. With that in mind, this year’s tournament will deliver more family fun by bringing back such […] MMR April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 2 min read MeijerStore LocationDept. GroceryKraftHeinzCompetitionMarketing: BroadcastExecutivesDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodDept. Frozen 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Rite Aid narrows loss in fourth quarter PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid reported a net loss of $241.3 million, or $4.39 per share, for its fourth quarter, compared to a net loss of $389.1 million, or $7.18 per share in the year-ago period. The adjusted net loss of $68.2 million, or $1.24 per share, was wider than the 78 cents per share expected […] MMR April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 5 min read Dept. PharmacyCOVID19Predictions and ForecastsRite AidExecutivesTechnology & InnovationEconomyKraftHeinzOwned Brands (Private Label)Results & InvestmentTargetOperations & Supply ChainBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Kraft Real Mayo claims mayo love can lead to more dating app matches The brand conducted an experiment that found expressing mayo enthusiasm resulted in a 74% increase in matches and smoother pick-up lines. MarketingDive April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How Location Data is Helping Retailers Bounce Back From the Downturn As economies worldwide roar back after 2022’s downturn, retailers are looking for ways to capitalize on a flurry of new consumer activity. Armed with insights from the bumpy years of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are turning to data-driven strategies to shore up their customer base and find new markets. One important tool for driving retail […] Geoff Michener April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 4 min read Data & InsightsStore LocationPartnershipsAldiTargetConsumersShoppersCOVID19Marketing: OOHStrategyTechnology & InnovationBrick and MortarKraftHeinzResults & InvestmentInternationalDept. DairyDept. FreshDept. RefrigeratedExecutivesAssociatesMerchandisingRestaurantsMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Shoppers and Operators want Malls to Change, Creating Opportunities for Emerging Brands As a result of changing consumer behaviors and spending patterns, many retailers are focused on right-sizing their store footprints, especially in shopping malls. In fact, results from Retail TouchPoints’ latest Store Design & Experience Survey revealed that 58% of respondents plan to remodel and/or renovate a minimum of 11% of their store footprint through 2024. […] Retail TouchPoints April 12, 2023April 13, 2023 4 min read Brick and MortarShoppersData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelConsumersDept. NonfoodMerchandisingDept. ApparelCustomer ExperienceThick DataTechnology & InnovationRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDeliveryMarketing: In StoreKraftHeinzHealth & WellnessCOVID19ExecutivesUnileverHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Oscar Mayer enters the weddings biz with Wienermobile of Love Soon-to-be-newlyweds can ditch the stress of wedding planning and head to Las Vegas to marry in front of the brand’s first-ever hot dog chapel. MarketingDive April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzStrategyDept. Pet 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: MealKit Blue Apron Meals Make Family Dinner Fun, Fast and Friendly There is no doubt that time starved Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z continue seeking food discovery. Without doubt Blue Apron is an avenue of fresh food distribution that not only provides discovery but edifies that discovery with full flavored meals and meal components that are easy to prepare. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at […] Grocerant Guru April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 3 min read BlueApronData & InsightsDept. GroceryDoorDashFood DeliveryDept. FreshDept. PerimeterConsumersShoppersPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainDept. Fresh PreparedKraftHeinzDeliveryDept. DeliExecutivesMarketing: SocialDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon, Walmart Rev Up EV Initiatives in Advance of Earth Day The future is looking increasingly electric, with both Amazon and Walmart announcing major investments in their electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. As part of the White House’s new EV Acceleration Challenge, Amazon has announced an expansion in its efforts to electrify its fleet of delivery vehicles, while Walmart said it plans to have its own fast-charging […] Retail TouchPoints April 7, 2023April 7, 2023 4 min read AmazonWalmartDeliveryPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityStore LocationHoliday & EventsBrick and MortarResults & Investment7-Eleven & SpeedwayEconomyDept. NonfoodDept. BeveragePackagingTechnology & InnovationAutonomous VehiclesDept. GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicTrends: TechAIESG and CSRExecutivesGoogleAhold DelhaizeInternational - North AmericaKraftHeinzMarketing: SocialData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Heinz rejects imposters for ‘Ketchup Fraud’ campaign The brand is encouraging consumers to tag restaurants caught filling old bottles with generic product — or those suspected of doing so — on Instagram. Dive Brief: Kraft Heinz launched a new campaign centered around restaurants filling Heinz ketchup bottles with product from other ketchup brands, according to information shared with Marketing Dive. “Ketchup Fraud” was inspired […] MarketingDive March 28, 2023March 29, 2023 < 1 min read Legal & CriminalKraftHeinzConsumersRestaurantsOwned Brands (Private Label)Meta (Facebook)Marketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Heinz, Absolut cook up limited-edition vodka pasta sauce The supporting campaign invokes the vodka brand’s ‘80s aesthetic while expanding the condiment maker’s ongoing efforts to tap into foodie culture. MarketingDive March 24, 2023March 24, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Adult BevKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Your Views: “Ahem” We took note yesterday of some of the new snack/junk foods coming on the market, including ‘Grilled Cheesies,’ described as “a grilled-cheese sandwich made with Kraft Singles that kids (or adults) can microwave for 60 seconds.” I commented: The idea that making a grilled cheese sandwich is “too tough” is yet more evidence of the […] MorningNewsBeat March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 2 min read KrogerDept. DairyDept. Fresh PreparedDept. GroceryBrick and MortarExecutivesWhole FoodsKraftHeinzAcquisitionAssociatesAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category The Coming New Irresistible Snack Foods From Axios: “Food manufacturers know Americans are snacking more, and they’re busy pumping out irresistible new junk — er, snack — foods … An explosion of new products is generating buzz and profits for food makers, and surprise and delight for shoppers — but helping make Americans unhealthier.” Among the “big trends” cited by Axios: […] MorningNewsBeat March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryPepsiCoDept. DairyDept. Fresh PreparedGeneral MillsKellogg'sKraftHeinzHealth & WellnessMarketing: BrandShoppersTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Drug Channels News Roundup, March 2023: My $0.02 on Insulin Price Cuts, AbbVie vs. AFPs, Optum Expands, ASAP340B, and Hooray for Pharmacists Spring is here in sunny downtown Philadelphia, worldwide headquarters of Drug Channels. The vernal equinox has brought us an unexpected bounty of noteworthy news: Thoughts on the recent insulin price cuts by Lilly, Novo, and Sanofi AbbVie gets tougher on alternative funding programs Optum quietly adds a new drug channel role A novel partnership emerges […] Drug Channels March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 2 min read Marketing: SocialInsight ProvidersTwitterCOVID19Data & InsightsConsultingPartnershipsMeta (Facebook)KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Grocery - Natural Channel: Mass Channel: Specialty & Other Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising Stores & Formats Target Leapfrogs Walmart For Upscale Grocery Approach Bloomberg has a story about how “a slew of retailers are beefing up their grocery investments to lure in consumers cutting back on non-essentials like clothing and electronics. But as they lay out plans to improve their food offerings and supply chains, the big question is how does one compete with the mighty Walmart Inc. on […] Written by MorningNewsBeat June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage CPG: Adult Beverage CPG: Beverage CPG: Food CPG: Food & Bev CPG: HBC Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Adult Beverage Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Circana reveals 2022 New Product Pacesetters CHICAGO – Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group, has released its 2022 New Product Pacesetters, the 28th annual report revealing the top new product launches across food and beverage and nonfood sectors. The report illustrates the enduring power of CPG innovation, revealing that consumer spending on new product offerings remained elevated last year despite challenges […] Written by MMR June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Owned Brands (Private Label) Walmart Upgrades Its Digital Ad Network From Advertising Age: “Walmart Connect, which has made huge gains in recent years through digital advertising, is testing ways to bolster in-store pieces of its retail media network. “For the first time, Walmart Connect is selling ads on its revamped in-store radio network and integrating sampling programs with online offerings. While aspects of Walmart Connect’s […] Written by MorningNewsBeat June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats H-E-B expands its discount format Several years after opening its last Joe V’s location, H-E-B is reigniting the banner with two locations set to open in Dallas by 2025. Dive Brief: H-E-B announced Tuesday it is opening two Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B stores in Dallas, marking the first time the grocer’s discount format will appear outside of the Houston area. […] Written by Grocery Dive June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media ESG Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopper & Customer Operations & Supply Chain Giant Eagle launches in-house retail media network Leap The platform leverages the chain’s loyalty program, bringing personalized ads to shoppers in-store, in-app, on social media and elsewhere, said Damian Scott, who heads up the grocer’s retail media and front-end digital operations. Dive Brief: Giant Eagle announced on Wednesday the debut of Leap Media Group, an in-house retail media arm that leverages the regional […] Written by Grocery Dive June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked