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Kroger beats estimates with lower profits in Q1
The Kroger Company’s net earnings declined year-over-year in the first quarter of fiscal 2024, but still came out ahead of analyst predictions.
Sally Beauty, Instacart launch same-day delivery
Sally Beauty is now offering same-day delivery on thousands of items through a new partnership.

Older consumers continue to lead spending in 2024

U.S. retail sales data showed signs of spending stabilization in May, despite inconsistencies between age groups.
Amazon achieves largest plastic packaging reduction effort yet

Amazon is continuing efforts to avoid and reduce packaging from its supply chain.
Walmart pilots AI-assisted fruit sourcing

Walmart is partnering with a crop supply intelligence company to test the effectiveness of artificial intelligence in aiding fruit sourcing.
Gopuff, Tom Brady launch strategic partnership

Gopuff is partnering with one of football’s greatest players to help grow the brand.
Target equipping store associates with generative AI chatbot

Target Corp. is rolling out a new artificial intelligence solution that will help store associates answer customer inquiries.
Midwest retailer names new CEO, chief stores officer

Blain’s Farm & Fleet has announced new C-suite changes, including to the top leadership position.
Starbucks connects rewards program with Marriott

Starbucks Rewards members who also hold an account with the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program can receive some unique combined benefits.
Famed ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ retailer Kleinfeld Bridal enters resale

A 70-year-plus bridal brand whose New York City showroom is the subject of a TLC reality series is launching a resale site.
Best Buy launches exclusive Microsoft AI PC partnership

Best Buy Co. Inc. is now offering a range of services and exclusive models for artificial intelligence-enabled Microsoft Copilot+ PCs.
Camp leverages strategic partnership to expand footprint

Camp is growing its portfolio by putting down roots in two premiere shopping centers.