Ulta Beauty acquires British beauty retailer Space NK

As part of the acquisition, Space NK will operate as a standalone subsidiary of Ulta Beauty and continue to be led by its existing management team.

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Walgreens Boots Alliance shareholders approve pending Sycamore Partners acquisition

According to preliminary results, approximately 96% of votes cast at the “Special Meeting of Shareholders” by all Walgreens’ shareholders were voted in favor of the merger agreement proposal.

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Amazon’s Prime Day drives $7B in online spending on first day

Adobe analysis shows U.S. retailers generated $7.9 billion in online spend on July 8, the first day of the four-day 2025 edition of Amazon Prime Day.

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Consumers remain price sensitive in the midst of tariff worries

Consumers in the United States, United Kingdom and the Middle East feel global tariffs are the leading cause of rising prices.

What one word describes NACDS Annual? Attendees told us

Attendees at the 2025 NACDS Annual meeting told us the one word that sums up the event.

H-E-B reportedly opening 2nd Forth Worth location

The location is expected to open at the end of 2026 and will span 128,000-sq.-ft., filled with H-E-B’s signature offerings and departments.
Walmart, Amazon take top spots in NRF’s ‘Top 100 Retailers’ list

Walmart and Amazon remain the top two retailers in the United States, with both companies solidifying their positions in the National Retail Federation's annual Top 100 Retailers list.
Bragg debuts pineapple turmeric apple cider vinegar blend

The new beverage contains organic, raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar and organic pineapple and turmeric, a spice widely recognized for its digestive support, Bragg noted.
Nature’s Bounty helps support wellness, digestive health via latest supplements

Nature’s Bounty is looking to support the wellness, heart health and digestive health of consumers with its latest product launches.
Torrent Pharma to acquire controlling stake in J. B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals from KKR

The transaction marks a significant step in Torrent’s ambition to create a future-ready, diversified healthcare platform combining a deep chronic segment heritage with emerging international CDMO capabilities.
‘Love Island USA’ alum Leah Kateb joins Skylar as chief creative officer

Kateb will be taking on the role of chief creative officer and refounder, as a way to embed herself in the brand and help usher in its newest era.
Lupin receives FDA approval for generic Lotemax

Loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic gel, 0.38%, is a corticosteroid indicated for the treatment of postoperative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery.

Video: Nourishing Change Conference recap (in 52 seconds)

We headed to Cincinnati, Ohio, home of the Kroger Company's headquarters, to learn about the latest retailer- and supplier-led initiatives focusing on nutrition, health and inclusion.

Video: Walmart pharmacist shares tips on how to best prepare for allerg

Lindsey Stagmaier, PharmD, pharmacy manager at Walmart, spoke to DSN about allergy season and how the public can best determine whether they are suffering from symptoms related to a cold versus allergies.

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