Inflation rose in May to the highest rate in three months, according to the latest Consumer Price Index released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The all items index rose 4.2% for the 12 months ending May, after rising 3.8% …
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NRF Responds to Preliminary Approval of Visa and Mastercard Settlement
The National Retail Federation recently released its response to U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan’s preliminary approval of the proposed settlement in merchants’ class-action antitrust lawsuit against Visa and Mastercard over credit card swipe fees. The National Retail Federation is disappointed …
Read More »Epicor Appoints Rachel Barger as Chief Revenue Officer
Epicor recently announced the appointment of Rachel Barger as chief revenue officer (CRO). Barger brings over two decades of global technology leadership experience spanning enterprise software and SaaS and will be responsible for strategy and execution across global sales and …
Read More »SUPERZOO Launches Accredited Veterinary CE Program at 2026 Show
SUPERZOO, North America’s largest pet retail trade show, recently announced it will be offering accredited veterinary continuing education (CE) for the first time at its 2026 event, launching the program in partnership with US Vet Shows. The 2026 show will …
Read More »Retail Sales Continue to Grow in May
Retail sales grew for the eighth consecutive month in May despite high gas prices and ongoing inflation, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor released by the National Retail Federation. “Retail sales maintained momentum in May, driven by a resilient labor …
Read More »Ace Retail Group Names New President
Ace Retail Group recently announced Robert Massengill as its new president. Massengill, a 20-year veteran of the company, brings operational leadership, strategic development and legal expertise to the role. As president, Massengill will lead enterprise-wide strategy, operations and growth across …
Read More »Bed Bath & Beyond Expands Through New Acquisition
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. announced the expansion of Beyond Home Services, the company’s dedicated home services platform, through the acquisition of Installed Right and SFV Services. The addition of Installed Right and SFV Services adds installation, renovation, construction and …
Read More »Walmart Expands Drone Delivery to 7 New Cities
Walmart’s drone delivery partner, Wing, recently announced it has expanded its drone delivery service, now delivering to customers in seven new cities: Memphis, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area and Salt Lake City. The planned expansion …
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