Retailers Weigh In on the Priority of Fresh Foods
Retailers are increasingly prioritizing fresh foods, capitalizing on a growing consumer trend. According to the latest report from FMI – The Food Industry Association, titled “The State of Fresh Foods 2024,” fresh departments contributed 42% of food retailers’ sales in…
QVC hires former Saks exec Mara Sirhal to head merchandising
QVC is approaching a significant milestone as it nears its 40th anniversary in 2026. Throughout its history, QVC has not only established itself as a household name but has also survived the challenges posed by the internet and fierce competition…
Walmart Widens Share of the E-Grocery Pie
Walmart has significantly expanded its e-grocery market presence, capturing an impressive 37% share of online grocery sales in the United States during the second quarter of 2024. This breakthrough, highlighted in the recent Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopping Survey, indicates…
E.W. James & Sons Names VP of Sales and Operations
E.W. James & Sons Inc., a prominent grocery chain based in Union City, Tennessee, has officially named Nick Flippin as its new Vice President of Sales and Operations. Flippin, who started his journey with the company at just 16, has…
Retailers mostly in the dark when it comes to visitors
Retailers are facing a significant challenge in understanding their customer base, as highlighted by Bluecore’s eighth annual 2024 Customer Growth Benchmark report. The data reveals that retailers only have insights on 15% to 27% of their visitors, leaving a staggering…
H-E-B Searching for Texas’s Top Educators
As the back-to-school season gains momentum, H-E-B is putting a spotlight on educators in Texas through its annual search for outstanding public school professionals. The nomination period for the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards has officially commenced. This initiative…
Illinois to Eliminate Grocery Tax
On August 5, 2024, Democratic Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed HB3144 into law, effectively eliminating the state’s grocery tax. This decision, part of the local government tax omnibus bill, was a key component of Pritzker’s 2025 budget plan, which gained…
Sonova launches the first AI-powered hearing aid, boosting speech clarity
In a groundbreaking move, Sonova has unveiled its first AI-powered hearing aid, named Sphere Infinio, which promises to significantly enhance speech clarity. This innovation comes equipped with DEEPSONIC technology, boasting an impressive 53 times more processing power compared to its…
Michaels adds DoorDash, Uber Eats to expand same-day delivery
Michaels Company is making significant strides in enhancing customer convenience through a new partnership with DoorDash and Uber Eats, set to revolutionize its same-day delivery service. With over 1,200 retail locations, this initiative aims to provide an effortless shopping experience,…
Grocery Stores Are Easiest to Steal From: Survey
A recent survey by LendingTree reveals a startling trend: 23% of Americans admit to shoplifting, with a significant 90% of those motivated by inflation and economic pressures. This statistic underscores the growing reliance on five-finger discounts, as 34% claim that…
