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GLP-1 ‘halo effect’ accelerates health-driven purchasing trends
New Acosta Group research shows GLP-1 users are driving shifts toward healthier eating, targeted wellness and new retail opportunities.
An Rx for affordable health care
The entire system would benefit from directing consumers to the lowest-cost point of care.
Make AI empowering, not domineering
AI is reshaping how consumers shop and how retailers compete. But as the technology grows more powerful, a critical question is emerging: How much AI is too much?
NACDS must face changing times
David Pinto looks at where NACDS needs to make some changes to meet its future destiny.
Merchants say OCC rule blocking Illinois ‘swipe’ fee Law contradicts President Trump and endorses price fixing
Today’s announcement by the OCC comes three months after Trump endorsed the Credit Card Competition Act, saying it is needed “to stop the out of control Swipe Fee ripoff.”
Wall Street swipes Mother’s Day carnations with almost $900 million in credit card fees
The National Retail Federation’s annual survey found consumers celebrating the May 10 holiday plan to spend an average $284.25 per person for a total of $38 billion.
PLMA's 2026 leadership conference in Bentonville sets attendance record
Over 300 conference participants were able to craft their own agenda from a schedule of more than a dozen breakout sessions on the tracks along with several main stage plenary presentations.
Circana: U.S. retail spending up in early spring, but underlying consumer pressures signal caution ahead
Consumer response to both headwinds and tailwinds creates a misleading macro view.
e.l.f. Cosmetics powers Katherine Legge's return to the Indianapolis 500
e.l.f. is fueling the future of empowered.legendary.females. at the largest single-day sporting event in the world.
CHPA highlights role of OTC meds at FDA public meeting
“OTC medicines are a cornerstone of self-care, enabling millions of Americans to safely and effectively manage common conditions without a prescription,” said CHPA's David Spangler.
U.S. is main growth driver as L’Oréal Q1 sales top estimates
Despite macroeconomic uncertainty, the company said it remains optimistic about its outlook.
CRN backs new House supplement registry bill
In response to the introduction of new legislation, Steve Mister, President and CEO of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), released a statement.