Import volume at the nation’s major container ports is expected to see a significant year-over-year decline during the first half of 2026 as the impact of tariffs continues, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail …
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Kroger Announces New CEO
Kroger announced its board of directors has appointed Greg Foran as the company’s chief executive officer (CEO). Foran will also join Kroger’s board of directors and succeeds Ron Sargent, who served as interim CEO since March 2025. “Greg is a …
Read More »Job Openings Fall Amid Labor Market Stress
The current level of open jobs is down measurably from two years ago, due to declines in housing construction activity, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). The number of open jobs for the …
Read More »Lowe’s Launches MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Club
Lowe’s recently announced the launch of MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Club, a new platform that helps parents and kids build skills together. Through the platform, families can track kids’ progress through digital badges and manage workshop registration for multiple children within …
Read More »Record Turnout Expected for Bricoday 2026
Bricoday, the leading international trade fair in the DIY home, technical and garden sectors, is already expecting a record turnout for the 2026 event, happening in Milan, Italy, from September 23-24, 2026. The event will take place on the 25,000 …
Read More »Hagan Ace Hardware Names New Director of Merchandising
Hagan Ace Hardware recently announced the promotion of Tony Lucas to director of merchandising. “At Hagan Ace, our philosophy has always been to grow our people and promote from within whenever possible, while remaining open to outstanding professionals who bring …
Read More »Valentine’s Day Shoppers Face $683 Million in Credit Card Swipe Fees
Credit card swipe fees could cost consumers over $683 million in higher prices this Valentine’s Day, according to The Merchants Payment Coalition. “For restaurants, swipe fees are anything but a love story,” says MPC executive committee member and National Restaurant …
Read More »Diamond Vogel Celebrates 100 Years
Diamond Vogel is celebrating its 100th year in business this year. Founded in 1926, Diamond Vogel began as a small regional paint company and has grown into the nationally recognized brand it is today. “Reaching 100 years is an extraordinary …
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