Consumer Edge: New data reveals major shifts in U.S. general merchandise spending Consumers have altered their spending behavior in response to ongoing macroeconomic headwinds, signaling a widespread realignment in how and where Americans shop. Costco reports strong June amid international, e-commerce growth Costco Wholesale Corp. got a boost in June as consumers shopped for summer deals and its international division racked up a big increase. Sam’s Club launches pharmacy and insurance plan for pets Sam’s Club is introducing new healthcare services aimed at pets and their owners. Sam’s Club's new AI tool enables omnichannel ad measurement for brand partners Sam’s Club has a new, artificial intelligence-based tool for participants in its retail media network to track ad performance. Costco adds options to Instacart delivery offering Costco Wholesale Corp. is expanding the ways customers can obtain delivery of their purchases via Instacart. Sam’s Club takes on Prime Day Amazon Prime Day has its first major competitor – and it isn’t the retailer you might initially expect. Numerator: Walmart captures 24% of SNAP spending Perhaps unsurprisingly, America’s largest retailer captures the most spend among Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients. Costco reportedly to open stores earlier for executive members Costco Wholesale Corp. is adding new benefits for its executive members. Costco Q3 sales jump 8%; ‘lowering prices’ where it can Costco Wholesale Corp. posted better-than-expected earnings and sales for its third quarter as it continues to emphasize lower prices for its members. Sam’s Club launches online pizza delivery The already crowded digital pizza delivery market is gaining a major new entrant. First Previous 4 5 6 7 8 Next Last