🚀 Walmart Launches 'Grow With Us' to Empower Small Suppliers

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🗃️ What’s Shaping the Shelves?

Walmart is inviting small and mid-sized suppliers to join its shelves through its new “Grow With Us” initiative. The program simplifies how suppliers connect with Walmart buyers, aiming to help entrepreneurs and small businesses scale up while providing shoppers with more diverse products. Read more.

🧙 Retail Masterclass

Isaac Medeiros of Kanpai Foods is taking a bold approach to break into the U.S. candy market. His strategy blends viral marketing, unconventional branding, and a direct-to-consumer model. This masterclass reveals how niche storytelling and authenticity can carve space in a crowded category.

💡 An Everyday Market Hack

Dedicate a display area for products made by local artisans, food makers, or startups. Not only does it support small businesses, but it also gives customers a reason to shop in-store and discover something unique.

🧐 Shopper Insights

Deloitte’s report highlights how customer expectations are shifting globally. Retailers leading the market are those who prioritize personalized shopping, fast delivery, ethical sourcing, and consistent omnichannel experiences. Brands that meet these expectations are seeing stronger customer loyalty and higher spending..

Retail Innovation

🏷️ Featured Brand - Starbucks

Starbucks has reached a new sustainability milestone with over 20,000 stores globally now certified as “Greener Stores.” These locations meet strict environmental standards related to energy, water, and waste. The company says this progress is part of its larger plan to reduce carbon emissions and improve store operations.

🌱 Eco Trends

This study shows most U.K. supermarkets are lagging on climate commitments. Despite public pledges, many aren’t meeting targets for emissions cuts or sustainable sourcing. The findings serve as a reminder to global retailers that meeting ESG goals requires transparency, investment, and follow-through.

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