AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPharmacy Deal: The Weston family’s Wittington Investments agreed to buy Boots for £6.7 billion, taking in its UK and Ireland stores, Opticians and No7 Beauty. The owners of Primark’s parent company plan to invest in stores, online shopping and healthcare services. Shopper Spending: High grocery prices are pushing consumers to spread purchases across store formats, while UK retail sales fell to a seven-year low in September, pointing to continued pressure on household budgets. India Expansion: Crocs has made India a priority market after double-digit growth, adding more than 20 stores to a network of nearly 300 and broadening its range beyond clogs. Retail Media: Walmart Connect is extending shopper-targeted advertising and sales measurement to live TV through Warner Bros. Discovery, as well as streaming audio and connected TV.
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