Retail

The ongoing nationwide egg shortage has forced several companies to place purchasing restrictions on the product. Walmart is one of the retailers that hasn't done so, yet.

All Joann Fabrics and Crafts locations across the U.S. will close down over the next several weeks, according to Joann Inc., just one month after filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Walmart and Costco have touted that they are appealing to a more affluent shopper. Walmart has steadily been growing its appeal to higher earners for years.

Dr. Jamal Bryant, head of the New Birth Missionary Baptist and organizer of a Target boycott, has been a longtime supporter of notorious antisemite Louis Farrakhan.

Costco's chairman recently discussed in an interview the company's growth over nearly four decades and what luxury items sell well at their stores.

Target has been slapped with another class action lawsuit, this time by Florida's attorney general and several other legal groups over its DEI and Pride initiatives.

Zoetis was granted a conditional license for its avian influenza vaccine for use in chickens. It's a step closer to fighting the bird flu outbreaks that continue to devastate flocks.

In a Feb. 7 announcement, ALDI announced that it is continuing its five-year expansion plan by adding 225 new locations across the U.S., mainly in the Southeast.

Meat and poultry pasties made by a Michigan-based restaurant are the subject of an alert due to an egg allergen not written on the packaging.

Joann, an Ohio-based crafts retailer, is trying to shutter more than half of its 800 locations nationwide as it restructures under the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process.

JCPenney is shuttering a handful of locations throughout the country. The company cited "expiring lease agreements" and "market changes" for the reason behind the closures.

Walgreens said five retail pharmacy stores in Southern California will close in late March, citing "increased regulatory and reimbursement pressures."

A growing number of grocers have been placing limits egg purchases as shortages persist due to the highly pathogenic avian influenza, also known as bird flu.

Bed Bath & Beyond is making a comeback to stores thanks to a $25 million investment deal with Kirkland's. Industry experts are still questioning whether the brand will survive.

Kum & Go convenience stores across the U.S. are being rebranded to Maverik following the acquisition of the 1959-founded company in 2023. Several states are slated to be next.

Several Costco executives are members of a group that calls for racial quotas in their workforce and other DEI measures.

Trader Joe’s has instituted a cap on how many eggs its shoppers can purchase each day. It cited "ongoing issues with the supply of eggs" as the reason.