OCTOBER 02, 2024

CVS to lay off 2,900 workers amidst talk of breaking up the company

The layoffs come during a potentially tumultuous time for the retailer

UNFI’s business strategy already proving its worth

Supplier posts strong fourth quarter earnings

Massive port strike is expected to severely disrupt supply chains

The work action by 45,000 longshoremen is shutting down 36 of the nation’s largest gateways for imports. Economists project a cost to the economy of $5 billion a day

Walmart upgrades regional distribution centers with high-tech automation

The retail giant is installing robotics, automation, and AI-powered software systems

EPA recognizes Meijer for lowest refrigerant emissions rate

The Midwest retailer’s leak rate is “well below the industry average of 25%”

SpartanNash expands its employee perks

The multi-channel food company added financial assistance for childcare, adult dependents, and more

Peck’s Markets, as part of sale to PSK, joins Allegiance Retail Services

The four-store grocery chain will receive business support from the member-owned co-op

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Colorado AG: C&S will sell off divested stores if Kroger acquires Albertsons

The third trial in the proposed $24.6 billion merger deal began Monday in Denver

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