Strategies & Solutions

Bed Bath & Beyond launches new own brand ahead of holidays
Home retailer Bed Bath & Beyond has released its eighth own brand this year — a holiday collection titled H for Happy.
CVS to downsize its retail locations over the next three years
After re-evaluating the pharmacy chain's retail business, CVS will close nearly a tenth of its locations over the next three years beginning in the upcoming spring.

GrownGen sees private label sales boost revenue in Q3

Hydroponic chain GrowGeneration shared its numbers from Q3 of 2021, showing that own brand sales helped lead the company to another successful quarter.
Target Q3 sales gains roll on

Owned brands such as the new Kindfull pet brand added to a streak of Q3 sales gains that go back to 2019, as all five core merchandising categories saw huge sales gains in the latest Q3 2021 report.
Target preps for holidays with own brands, new commercial

Ahead of the holiday season, Target is promoting its own brand and exclusive products in toys, decor, tech, sweets and more.
Lidl unveils $30 Thanksgiving meal deal

Discount grocery chain Lidl is locking in an affordable meal deal as Thanksgiving approaches, adding to the list of retailers who have done the same.
GTFO, It's Vegan adds new samosa to own brand collection

The vegan e-tailer has added a new plant-based, dairy-free steak and egg samosa to its Great Foods, It's Vegan collection.
Consumers have been snapping up private brand goods, but will the trend outlast the pandemic?

Michael Duffy of Equator looks at how private brands can turn peak success into something more permanent.
McKinsey launches new data-driven toolkit

CustomerOne is a new tool from consulting firm McKinsey & Company that companies, including private label brands, can use to develop customer and data-driven campaigns.
Kerry dives into global potential of barbecue

Private brand food and beverage partner finds barbecue has emerged as the world’s top trending flavor for snacks, meats and more.