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Dollar Tree selling Family Dollar for $1 billion to private-equity investors
Dollar Tree Inc. has entered into a deal to sell its struggling Family Dollar business, but for a fraction of what it paid for the chain some 10 year ago.
Kroger files counterclaim against Albertsons
In the wake of the two grocery companies’ failed $24.6 billion merger, The Kroger Co. has filed a legal response to Albertsons Cos’s earlier lawsuit against it.

Consumer confidence falls for fourth consecutive month

Consumer confidence declined again in March as Americans’ outlook about future conditions darkened amid worries about inflation and tariffs.
Trader Joe’s and Aldi’s definition of inflation is bigger crowds

More shoppers are embracing both brands as primary shopping destinations, according to Placer.ai.
Sally Beauty partners with Uber Eats for on-demand delivery

Sally Beauty shoppers now can have beauty products delivered straight to their door via Uber Eats.
Amazon is most ‘persuasive' brand in U.S., according to YouGov report

An online giant is the most persuasive brand in America.
Primark to open in three Southern malls — here's where

Global value fashion retailer Primark is continuing its expansion in the United States – this time in the South.
Cilantro Taco Grill plans national expansion into Florida, California, Texas

A Chicago-based fast-casual Mexican chain is set to expand outside of the market.
MyRegistry.com, Men's Wearhouse partner for gift lists

A leading gift registry platform and a specialty menswear retailer are teaming up.
Pilot hits more than 130 EV charging stations through GM, EVgo partnership

Pilot Company has expanded its network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations just in time for spring and summer road trips.
Zaxbys taps AI partner for drive-thru operations

Zaxbys is deploying new artificial intelligence technology to improve drive-thru operations at its stores.
Wayfair launches ‘Verified' program highlighting its ‘most-trusted’ products

Wayfair Inc. has debuted a program that spotlights its “most-trusted” products — items that have been evaluated and selected by Wayfair product specialists for quality and value.