Core Insights - Target Corporation will exclusively offer cereals made without certified synthetic colors starting in May 2026, positioning itself as a leader in the retail industry for healthier food options [1] - The initiative aligns with consumer trends favoring healthier lifestyles and reflects Target's commitment to evolving its product offerings to meet customer needs [1] Group 1: Product Strategy - The new cereal assortment aims to simplify choices for families, emphasizing the importance of curating a quality product range [1] - By the end of May, 100% of cereals sold by Target will be free from certified synthetic colors, showcasing a significant shift in product formulation [1] - Target has collaborated with both national and owned brand partners to reformulate products while maintaining quality and value [1] Group 2: Broader Business Goals - This cereal update is part of Target's ongoing investments in wellness, food innovation, and product development [1] - The initiative builds on the standards set by the launch of the Good & Gather brand in 2019, which includes over 2,500 products free from artificial additives [1] - Target aims to create a differentiated grocery experience that aligns with modern family needs and expectations [1]

The S&P/ASX 200 closed up on Friday (February 27, 2026), gaining 23.30 points, or 0.25%, to 9,198.60, as According to the ASX website, the top-performing stocks in this index were BLOCK, INC. and LYNAS RARE EARTHS LIMITED, up 27.83% and 10.09%, respectively. Over the last five days, the index has gained 1.29% and is currently 0.05% off of its 52-week high.The broader index rose ⁠0.3%, taking its February gain to 3.5%. The benchmark hit three record highs during the month, most recently touching 9,202.90.S& ...

The UK's John Lewis Partnership is exiting its build-to-rent (BTR) business, citing a “fundamental shift” in economic conditions since the initiative began in 2020. According to a report on Reuters, the employee-owned retailer, which operates the John Lewis department stores and Waitrose supermarkets, said the withdrawal aligns with executive chair Jason Tarry’s strategy to focus on core retail operations. The partnership’s move into the BTR market was launched under former chair Sharon White as part of ...

The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) is included among the 14 Best Affordable Dividend Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. Wells Fargo Turns Neutral on Kroger (KR), Flags Spending and Growth Concerns On February 25, Wells Fargo downgraded The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) to Equal Weight from Overweight. It also lowered its price target to $68 from $70. The firm said it is becoming more cautious and prefers to move to the sidelines for now. The analyst sees some potential under Kroger’s new leadership. Even so, the company ...

Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (GO) reports results for the quarter ended December 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be release ...

Supermarket chain SPAR International has extended its preferred supplier agreement with South Korean retail technology provider SOLUM. The extension reaffirms the company’s role as a global supplier of electronic shelf labels (ESL) and digital signage to SPAR-licensed organisations worldwide. According to the company, the preferred supplier programme is designed to support Spar licensees in assessing and adopting retail technology solutions more effectively. Spar International operations head Tom Rose ...

MEXICO CITY, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Grupo Comercial Chedraui, S.A.B. de C.V. reports its 2025 fourth-quarter results. All figures are shown in nominal terms and reported under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). 4Q'25 Highlights:  Same Store Sales (SSS) growth of 3.0% in Mexico.  Chedraui's Mexico SSS exceeded ANTAD's self-service SSS for the twenty-second consecutive quarter, this time by 164 basis points (bps).  Consolidated EBITDA margin 7.7% (excluding additional expenses 8.6%). ...

Skip to main content Exclusive news, data and analytics for financial market professionalsLearn more aboutRefinitiv Australia's Woolworths posts 16% rise in first-half profit Feb 25 (Reuters) - Woolworths (WOW.AX), opens new tab on Wednesday reported a 16.4% rise in half-year underlying profit, helped by growth in its core Australian Food unit and lower prices aimed at attracting customers. Australia's top supermarket chain said underlying net profit after tax rose to A$859 million ($606.28 million) for the ...

For decades, Costco offered members a simple proposition. Pay an annual membership fee and get access to the chain's warehouses, where it sells a narrow selection of high-volume items at very good prices. Until 1998, Costco did not even sell items directly through its website. You had to visit its stores if you wanted to buy anything. Even when it did add some online sales, they were limited for many years, and not a focus of the brand. Now, Costco has quietly come into the modern age with CEO Ron Vachr ...

Core Insights - Young adults and the UK's lowest-income households remain financially worse off compared to pre-cost-of-living crisis levels, despite a slight increase in average disposable income in January 2026 [1] Group 1: Household Income and Spending - Average household spending power increased by £4.24 year-on-year in January, reaching £261 per week after essentials [2] - Total average household income was £1,067 weekly, with £649 allocated to essential outgoings and £157 to taxes [2] Group 2: Discretionary Income Trends - Individuals under 30 and those aged 30-49 experienced declines in discretionary income, remaining below pre-crisis levels, with younger adults having £175 per week available compared to £195 in March 2021 [3] - The lowest-earning fifth of households faced a £71 shortfall between income and essential costs in January, with an estimated decline of £1.91 per week compared to the previous year [4] Group 3: Income Disparity and Inflation - The purchasing-power gap between the richest and poorest households widened by £18.89 year-on-year [5] - Inflation rates for food and non-alcoholic beverages moderated to 3.6%, while housing and utilities costs rose by 4.5% year-on-year [5] Group 4: Future Outlook - Inflation is expected to approach the Bank of England's 2% target by the second half of 2026, which may support discretionary income growth, although weaker earnings growth could offset some gains [6] - The Asda Income Tracker indicates that nominal discretionary incomes have seen modest year-on-year growth, primarily due to slowing inflation [7]