LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix’s reported sales of $15.3 billion for the three-month fiscal quarter ended December 31. That’s an increase of 22% from the $12.6 billion posted in Q4 2021, a 13-week quarter. The additional week in the fourth quarter of 2022 increased sales by 8.1%. Comparable store sales for the period increased 12.4%. Net
NEW YORK — KISS Products Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of professional quality nail and lash products, announced the launch of imPRESS Press-On Falsies, the world’s first-ever one-step, press-on under-lash false eyelashes. imPRESS Falsies uses its revolutionary pre-bonded lash technology that eliminates the need for glue. Just Press On & GO! The special
CHESAPEAKE, Va. – Dollar Tree Inc. today announced it will accelerate its capital-spending plans following a strong financial performance in the second half of the fiscal year ended January 28. “We are committed to driving further store productivity as we focus on developing our people, tools and technology to fuel our accelerated growth, while simplifying
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart is partnering with the managed care organization CareSource on a program that will attempt to address racial health disparities in underserved communities, the companies said on Wednesday. The three-year deal will leverage Walmart’s position as a retailer and provider of health and wellness services, and CareSource’s role in the administration and
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Acosta has launched Acosta Group, a new unified brand for the company, aligning its omnichannel retail, marketing and foodservice agencies to provide seamless access to the company’s end-to-end solutions. Building on the company’s transformation and strategic investments over the past three years, this move distinctly positions Acosta Group as the leading driver
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today that it will provide 2,000 free omega-3 index screenings at select Hy-Vee stores throughout its eight-state region as a part of National Nutrition Month during March. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to the body as they support a healthy heart. They also work to lower cholesterol,
SUNBURY, Pa. — Weis Markets Inc. reported strong sales gains for the 14-week fourth quarter and the 53-week fiscal year period ended December 31. “We continued our positive momentum in the fourth quarter which contributed to a strong fiscal year 2022,” said Weis Markets Inc. chairman, president and CEO Jonathan Weis. “Our fourth quarter results
WASHINGTON – The National Grocers Association has partnered with the online product discovery platform RangeMe to help its independent grocer members efficiently discover innovative brands and products that are not widely distributed at national chains. RangeMe has launched a special collection of suppliers — The NGA Collection of Emerging Brands — that will showcase thousands
LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix hosted its inaugural hunger summit last week, bringing together executives from 35 Feeding America member food banks in the company’s operating area, along with state and federal officials, to discuss how they can build on previous successes and feed more people in need. Publix leaders also shared best practices in talent
NEW YORK —Garnier USA has expanded Drew Barrymore’s role as brand ambassador, tapping the actress to promote Garnier Nutrisse’s new hair color line. A self-proclaimed avid at-home hair dyer, Barrymore’s role debuts with a creative campaign highlighting Garnier Nutrisse’s new and improved Nourishing Color Crème formula for nourished hair and better color, featuring five fruit
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart cited broad-based strength across its global segments in posting revenue growth of 7.3% in its fiscal year ended January 31. The company posted fiscal 2023 net income of nearly $11.7 billion, down 14.6% compared with the previous fiscal year. For the current year, through January 2024, Walmart is forecasting a same-store
ARLINGTON, Va. — The NACDS Foundation Dinner is making a major move. The event, which since its inception 25 years ago has been held in New York City in December, will be held during the NACDS Total Store Expo on Saturday, August 12, in San Diego. “We look forward to bringing the event to the