Trading Partners

FTC v. Amazon – Three possible outcomes

Amazon is accused of “monopolist” practices, with several different potential impacts on the industry.
Kroger, Albertsons to divest more than 400 stores, eight DCs in $1.9B deal

The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies Inc. are offloading some stores and distribution centers in connection with their proposed merger.
NRF acquires Reverse Logistics Association

The National Retail Federation has acquired the Reverse Logistics Association (RLA), a global trade association for the returns and reverse industry.
New proposal would expand who is eligible for overtime pay to millions of workers

A proposed change in overtime pay rules that would make millions of more workers eligible for overtime pay would have a big impact on the retail and food industries.
Trust matters: The vital imperative for business partners

Imagine walking into a car dealership with the intention of buying a new car.
Save A Lot sells remaining stores — finishes transition to 100% wholesaler

Save A Lot no longer operates any stores — at least not directly.
Evaluating the Total Cost of Ownership of Move to Next-Gen Refrigerants

After years of uncertainty about the transition to lower global warming potential refrigerant alternatives, it’s crunch time for many supermarket retailers.
Walmart and PepsiCo to invest $120 million in sustainable farming

A discount giant and leading CPG company are launching a seven-year collaboration to help U.S. and Canadian farmers.

Amazon extends access to anti-counterfeit solution