Something old is becoming one of the hottest strategies in selling branded goods.Sampling has been around ever since Eve tried to foist that apple on Adam. But lately, through technology and a collection of approaches...
Retailers are energizing the battery category for the holidays.Batteries are getting fueled with more power, a higher count within multipacks, and larger visibility at retail as supermarkets get ready for the fourth...
Supermarkets are seeing a steep sales increase in mosquito repellents and other bug-control products in the wake of heightened consumer awareness of the mosquito-born West Nile virus.Retailers are scrambling to keep...
CHANDLER, Ariz. -- A variety of goods beyond the traditional stationery items are contributing to a solid back-to-school selling season for supermarkets, according to executives polled by SN.Whether it's grade school...
Supermarkets are putting their two cents into the surging dollar-store concept by creating their own dollar price point programs.Dollar stores are the fastest growing channel with the greatest increase in stores...
QUINCY, Mass. -- Retailers are fighting proposals in two states that would drastically cut Medicaid reimbursement rates.Supermarket pharmacies like Stop & Shop Supermarket Co. here, along with major drug chains...
Pharmacists are looking toward the future to help solve the workflow inefficiency puzzle of today.The ongoing pharmacist shortage, the aging population demographics and shrinking margins are contributing to the steady...
PITTSBURGH -- Giant Eagle here, CVS, Woonsocket, R.I., and several other retailers recently purchase the assets of the Phar-Mor discount drug store chain in a $141 million sale, according to published reports...
Supermarkets are hoping the trick-or-treaters stay home this year to celebrate Halloween with costume parties and pumpkin-carving rituals.Last year's Halloween sales were downright frightening because of the holiday's...
Retailers are trying to preserve their sun care sales just as earnestly as sunbathers are trying to preserve their summer glow.By showcasing the sun care category earlier in the year and catering to consumers' needs...
