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O Positiv Health announced its debut in Meijer stores, rolling out nine women’s health supplements across the Midwest. The launch brings the brand’s four product lines—URO, FLO, MENO and PREGGO—into 85 Meijer locations, with plans to reach 270 stores by May 2026. The assortment covers vaginal health, urinary support, hormonal balance, menopause relief and prenatal nutrition. This marks O Positiv’s first expansion into grocery retail, expanding its distribution beyond specialty channels.
Numerator’s latest report reveals that just 42 % of U.S. consumers correctly identify the newly released food pyramid as the current dietary guideline, while a sizable share still reference outdated models such as MyPyramid and MyPlate. Fresh‑food purchases have risen modestly,...
Target has rolled out a new grocery strategy that treats the aisle as a specialty destination, echoing Trader Joe’s curated model. The approach emphasizes healthier, trend‑forward assortments such as color‑free cereals and an upgraded in‑store experience. Early data from Placer.ai shows...
BJ’s Wholesale Club announced extended store hours, now open until 10 p.m. Monday‑Saturday and 9 p.m. Sunday, aligning its schedule with rivals Costco and Sam’s Club. The change follows a strong fourth‑quarter performance, with comparable club sales up 2.6% year‑over‑year and digitally...
Supermarket News highlights the launch of a limited‑edition Harry Potter Butterbeer‑flavored Peeps, slated for release this spring across major U.S. grocery chains. The novelty marshmallow treats are priced at $2.99 per 12‑oz bag and feature the iconic Butterbeer taste licensed...
Target’s 2026 turnaround strategy is already showing measurable results, with weekly store visits rising 6.6% to 10.3% year‑over‑year according to location‑analytics firm Placer.ai. Traffic during the March Circle Days promotion outperformed comparable spring events in 2024 and 2025, indicating heightened...
DoorDash and Family Dollar announced that SNAP recipients can now use EBT cards to pay for eligible groceries and household items through the DoorDash app at participating Family Dollar stores. The service is live in 48 states and Washington, D.C.,...
Private-label sales in the United States topped $330 billion, capturing roughly 24% of total retail value. Club stores accounted for almost half of that growth as shoppers chase lower‑cost alternatives. Retailers are layering sustainability, wellness and premium positioning onto store brands,...
Gopuff unveiled Crave Shoppe, a new private‑label brand focused on baked goods and snack‑size treats, featuring unconventional flavors such as Dill Pickle Cotton Candy and S’mores Marshmallow‑Filled Donuts. The lineup includes frozen desserts, doughs, confections, donuts, and bakery items, tapping a...
Tariffs are eroding grocery margins, with 76% of retailers passing at least part of the added cost onto shoppers. While 69% of respondents say tariffs slightly affected profitability, 17% report a significant hit, prompting supply‑chain tweaks and supplier diversification. Retailer...
Supermarket delis are rapidly evolving into primary meal destinations, with consumers choosing deli‑prepared foods over restaurant meals rising from 12% in 2017 to 28% in 2025. Retailers are expanding assortments and positioning delis as affordable, convenient alternatives, especially for hybrid...
California is advancing a bill that requires grocery stores to prominently display foods that are not ultraprocessed, using a new “California Certified” seal. The seal, modeled after the USDA Organic label, will be available to applicants starting June 2028 and...
Giant Eagle’s myPerks rewards program is now accepted at 285 Circle K fuel stations across Ohio, expanding the loyalty ecosystem after the June 2025 sale of GetGo to Alimentation Couche‑Tard for $1.57 billion. Shoppers can choose between Circle K Inner Circle points or myPerks...
