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The United States Maritime Alliance is trying to force the International Longshormen’s Association back to the bargaining table in an attempt to avert a strike: “The United States...
READ MOREWalmart is automating two more of its distribution centers, one in Arizona, the other in Arkansas: “In an email to Chain Store Age, Walmart said it plans to install high-tech automaton from...
READ MOREWalmart recently held its 11th Open Call in search of new, domestic suppliers: “Finalists from across the nation represented 48 states, with entrepreneurs from over half of these states...
READ MORERetailers are deeply concerned about the impact of a possible port strike and have asked that the federal government intervene: “‘Given the economic stakes and both parties’ inability...
READ MOREConsumers continue to be concerned about grocery prices, with the majority indicating that they prioritize low prices over brand names: “With 72% of respondents to the State of Spend report...
READ MOREWalmart Canada announces additional investment in worker wages: “The retailer announced at its Golden Quarter Conference that it is investing an additional C$92 ($68.39 million) in pay...
READ MORENew food traceability rules go into effect in 2026, but many suppliers and grocers are unsure about how to enter and remain in compliance: “Grocery industry trade associations have said the...
READ MOREWalmart Business now offers a print-on-demand service for its organizational customers: “Walmart Business, which was introduced in January 2023 and offers a broad assortment of more than...
READ MOREThe 2024 Walmart Marketplace Seller Summit included details about the growth of the third-party seller platform: “Walmart said its marketplace has grown sales more than 30% in each of its last...
READ MOREResearchers are attributing predicted low holiday spending on the election as well as the shortened holiday season: “BCG says that a multitude of factors will impact holiday spending, including...
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