Ulta Beauty Aims for 1,800+ Stores, 50 Million Loyalty Members by 2028
Ulta Beauty unveils ambitious growth plans as it targets new beauty shoppers. The company plans to open 200 new stores over the next three years as part of its strategy to drive profitable growth and gain market share. The nation's largest beauty retailer recently held its 2024 Investor Day event, where it shared its vision for "2026 and beyond".
Lidl Updates Brand to Win More US Customers
German discount grocer Lidl is getting a colorful makeover in the U.S. The company announced it has relaunched its brand to boost name recognition and set itself apart from rivals like Aldi. The new look, developed with ad agency MONO, spans everything from in-store signage to digital ads.
Amazon Tests Small-Format Grocery Concept in Chicago
Amazon has quietly opened a new type of grocery store in downtown Chicago. Called Amazon Grocery, the 3,800-square-foot store is a testing ground for Amazon's latest experiment in brick-and-mortar retail. The first Amazon Grocery location shares a building with a Whole Foods Market, which Amazon purchased in 2017.
Convenience Stores Aim to Be the New Fast Food Alternative
The value meal promotions from various fast food chains are this year's trend of luring in value-seeking diners. Now, convenience stores are firing back with deals of their own. These retailers, better known for grab-and-go snacks and last-minute essentials, are now offering full meals at prices that rival the biggest names in burgers and fries.
Consumers Rate Wawa as Best Convenience Store in National Poll
A new survey shows that when it comes to convenience stores, one Pennsylvania-based chain rises above the rest in customer satisfaction. Wawa claimed the top spot in the first-ever American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Convenience Store Study with a score of 82 out of 100. Close behind were QuikTrip (81), Buc-ee's (80), and Murphy USA (80). The industry average was 76.
Spirit Halloween Costumes Now Available on Uber Eats
Just in time for the spookiest season of the year, Uber and Spirit Halloween are teaming up to make getting your last-minute costumes easier. The ridesharing and delivery giant announced that it will now deliver costumes, makeup, and decorations from Spirit Halloween stores across the U.S. and Canada.
Value Retailer Miniso Reaches 200 US Locations
Miniso just hit a major milestone in its U.S. expansion. The China-based value lifestyle retailer opened its 200th store at 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica, California. The new 3,700 square feet Santa Monica store has a storefront featuring a playful design with Disney's Stitch character.
Amazon Launches Budget-Friendly Grocery Brand 'Amazon Saver'
Amazon is launching a new private label brand called Amazon Saver, offering groceries and household staples at bargain prices. Most items will be priced at under $5, putting Amazon in direct competition with low-cost rivals like Aldi, Walmart, and Target.
H Mart and Aveda Join DoorDash's List of Non-Restaurant Partners
DoorDash is expanding its reach with new partnerships just in time for the holiday season. H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the U.S., is now offering on-demand delivery from over 75 locations via DoorDash. Customers can order their favorite Asian snacks, ingredients, and household items.
Von Maur Ranks as Best Department Store for Third Year in a Row
Von Maur, a 152-year-old department store chain based in Davenport, Iowa, has once again been crowned America's best department store by Newsweek magazine. For the third year running, the family-owned retailer topped Newsweek's annual rankings, beating out big-names like Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue.