NEW YORK — Wegmans Food Markets Inc. and Publix Super Markets Inc. have made Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2019, coming in third and 12th, respectively. Both grocery retailers have appeared on the list every year since it was introduced 22 years ago. Rochester, N.Y.-based Wegmans has been among the top
TORONTO — Shoppers Drug Mart Thursday unveiled its first-ever Beauty Ice Palace — a dramatic pop-up ice castle — where shoppers this Valentine’s Day had the opportunity to step out of the cold and into some bold beauty looks outside their store on Yonge and Dundas Square. This store location, which opened in June, offers
WASHINGTON – The holiday season turned out not to have been a particularly merry one for retailers, the National Retail Federation said on Thursday. Retail sales grew a lower-than-expected 2.9% during the two-month period, according to the NRF, which cited U.S. Commerce Department data that had been delayed by nearly a month because of the
NEW YORK — According to published reports, Amazon reported on Thursday that it was canceling plans to build a corporate campus in New York City. The company had planned to build a huge complex in Long Island City, Queens, in exchange for nearly $3 billion in state and city incentives. But the deal had run
NEW YORK — Premier Brands of America Inc.’s Arm & Hammer brand is launching Foot Care Moisturizer + Gentle Exfoliators designed to moisturize and gently eliminate rough skin on heels and feet. Arm & Hammer said the product has a patent pending fast acting formula to moisturize and restore skin with AHA exfoliators and hydrating
ATLANTA — Coca-Cola Co. has announced plans to introduce Orange Vanilla Coke and Orange Vanilla Coke Zero Sugar, the first new flavors in over a decade. The new products will be available beginning on February 25 in a range of packaging options. Kate Carpenter, brand director for Coca-Cola, said the 2016 launch of the One
HOUSTON — CVS Health has unveiled a new health-focused store concept here that’s designed to help the pharmacy chain become more of a health-care provider. The three HealthHUB pilot stores that opened in the Houston area in December are part of the company’s vision for its $70 billion acquisition of health insurer Aetna. In addition
CINCINNATI — Kroger Co. said Wednesday that it is introducing a mobile payment solution that securely combines a customer’s payment and loyalty card information. Called Kroger Pay, the feature promises to deliver a faster checkout experience. The company is also launching a new Kroger Rewards debit card. “Kroger is redefining the customer experience by creating innovative
NOTTINGHAM, U.K. – Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) on Tuesday published its 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, which showcases the company’s global sustainability initiatives to prevent opioid abuse, support cancer patients and their families and address malnutrition and other health issues in communities around the world. WBA said its CSR strategy is largely focused on
NEW YORK – Product of the Year USA, the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation, announced the highly-anticipated winners of the 2019 Product of the Year Awards. Determined by a national study of 40,000 consumers conducted by Kantar, a global leader in consumer research, the 36 winning products have been awarded as the most
LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix Super Markets has promoted director of manufacturing Doug Harris to the position of vice president of manufacturing. He will succeed Jeff Stephens, who is retiring on May 1. In his new role, Harris will oversee the efforts of Publix’s manufacturing businesses, which include seven fresh production plants and printing services. “Doug
CINCINNATI — Kroger Co. and Home Chef has introduced retail meal kits to new cities, bringing the weekly rotating meal solution to 500 additional Kroger Family of Stores across the country. Additionally, homechef.com has launched a customizable meal kit feature for online orders, allowing customers to have more flexibility in deciding what’s for dinner by providing the choice