BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart and Sam’s Club are now administering Pfizer booster shots in more than 5,100 pharmacies around the country where supply allows. In addition, Walmart has a role to play in supporting long-term care facilities and will provide support to administer boosters to those in facilities with in-store events and onsite events at
CHICAGO – dunnhumby on Monday released findings from its 18 month worldwide study of the impact of COVID-19 on customer attitudes and behavior across 24 countries. The eighth wave of the dunnhumby Consumer Pulse Survey found that 64% of U.S. consumers reported that grocery stores are not doing a good job with COVID-19, compared to
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General is expanding into Idaho, with a store that is set to open by spring 2022. The store, under construction in Athol, Idaho, will expand the retailer’s territory to 47 U.S. states. “Dollar General is committed to helping customers save time and money on everyday essentials, and we look forward to
PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid Corp. has expanded its partnership with Uber Technologies to offer delivery of Rite Aid products nationwide through Uber Eats, the company said Friday. This partnership will allow customers to conveniently order and receive essential health care and grocery items directly to their homes. Jim Peters On-demand delivery is now available for 2,185
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Eligible individuals can now receive Pfizer COVID-19 booster vaccinations in stores nationwide, following Food and Drug Administration Emergency Use Authorization and new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the company said Friday. John Standley “Walgreens has played a vital role in responding to COVID-19 as millions have turned to
BOISE, Idaho — Albertsons Cos. received the Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for it’s efforts to provide products that use safer chemicals. The company was recognized in the “Retailer” category for launching new Safer Choice-certified Own Brands products, raising awareness of the Safer Choice certification, and helping
ISSAQUAH, Wash. — Costco Wholesale Corp. on Thursday evening reported fourth-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street expectations. The warehouse club operator said its net income for the fourth quarter ended August 29 totaled $1.67 billion, or $3.76 per diluted share. That compared to $1.39 billion, or $3.13, last year. Wall Street had been expecting earnings
MONTCLAIR, N.J. – Personal care recycling just got more friendly as Hello Products announced its highly-anticipated partnership with international recycling leader TerraCycle. Beginning September 22, Hello will be part of the Natural Care Recycling Program, which offers a free and easy way to recycle your favorite personal care products like mouthwash bottles and caps, toothbrushes, deodorant
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer is ready to administer COVID-19 booster shots to eligible patients – regardless of where they received their original vaccine series – at all its pharmacies across the Midwest, the company said Thursday. “We’ve come a long way these past 18 months, but in order to continue on that path and
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Unilever is launching a campaign during Hispanic Heritage Month that pays homage to the contributions of U.S. Hispanics, the company said on Thursday. The Nos Inspiras Tú (You are our Inspiration) cites Hispanics’ sense of community, pride of heritage, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to progress as sources of inspiration for Unilever
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart Inc. said Thursday that it has closed its previously announced $2 billion inaugural green bond offering. Net proceeds will be allocated to fund current and prospective projects to advance Walmart’s sustainability goals. The green bond is Walmart’s first offering under the company’s Green Financing Framework, published August 2021, which details the
CAMP HILL, Pa. — Rite Aid Corp. on Thursday reported a narrower than expected second quarter loss. The net loss was $100.3 million, or $1.86 per share for the period ended August 28. The adjusted net loss was $22 million, or 41 cents per share. Analysts had forecast an adjusted net loss of 48 cents. Adjusted