CVS posts mixed Q2, to cut $2B in costs — Aetna exec outCVS Health Corp.’s second-quarter profit fell as rising medical costs continue to challenge its health care benefits business, which includes health insurer Aetna. Time growing short to avoid labor disruptions at East Coast, Gulf portsRetailers are urging parties to return to the negotiation table to avoid a potential strike that could disrupt operations at 36 ports on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts just as the peak retail season approaches. Chili’s streamlines ordering, customer engagement via in-store tablets Chili’s Grill & Bar is letting customers pay, join its loyalty program, and engage in other activities at their tables with tablet devices. This retailer dominates private label household penetration One retailer sells five of the top 10 private label brands by household penetration. Wendy’s expands AI drive-thru, pilots Spanish-language version The Wendy’s Company is building upon a pilot of artificial intelligence and hybrid cloud drive-thru technology. Ahold Delhaize USA banners target ads with real-time data Four banners of Ahold Delhaize USA are signing with a new media agency to help scale and enhance the relevance of advertising efforts. Ralph Lauren Q1 income, sales rise to top Street amid growth in Europe Ralph Lauren reported a strong first quarter with better-than-expected revenue and earnings, with a big boost from Europe and Asia. U.K.-based Mountain Warehouse puts in $5M bid for bankrupt Eastern Mountain Sports The Eastern Mountain Sports brand may live to see another day. Pet Valu modernizes digital architecture A leading Canadian pet supplies retailer is upgrading its enterprise for omnichannel operations and future growth. Walgreens adds new partner for SNAP/EBT delivery orders Walgreens is expanding the reach of its program that accepts federal benefits in collaboration with online delivery providers. Federal court finds Google in illegal search monopoly The U.S. Department of Justice has succeeded in antitrust action against Google for its search and advertising practices. Vornado joint venture in $350 million deal with Uniqlo Uniqlo is buying part of the building housing its New York City flagship on Fifth Avenue. First Previous 617 618 619 620 621 Next Last