Viewpoint: Store brands taking the lead. Now they need to own itIndustry is evolving faster than ever, so there is the need for speed. Those that commit to innovation and strong branding stand to capture the spoils of the new paradigm How Whole Foods Market plans to be No. 1 grocer in AmericaCompany expected to spend $18M on marketing in Q2 Dollar General CEO cites importance of private brands in retailer’s stellar second-quarter results Vasos singles out Good & Smart private brand and DG Fresh program as growth areas Costco debuts 72-pound Kirkland Signature cheese wheel Warehouse retailer to sell it for $899.99 Kroger funds innovators preventing food waste, hunger Sprouts Farmers Markets receive award for sustainability initiatives Six additional stores have been given the Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification Amazon steering shoppers toward its private labels Company promoting private brands right before customers add products to their carts Walgreens donates $5M to support educators Drug chain initiates new WE Teachers program It’s safe to say they like Costco in China Chinese consumers liked it so much, the store had to close early on its first day H-E-B opening first store in Lubbock, Texas Store’s design will reflect the look, feel and traditions unique to the West Texas city First Previous 560 561 562 563 564 Next Last