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Generation Z likely won’t be the death of brick-and-mortar
NEW YORK — The most digitally savvy generation to date has a soft side for physical stores.

Despite being digital natives, 57% of Generation Z say they prefer to shop in-store rather than online, according to a report from CrowdTwist, a provider of multi-channel loyalty and engagement solutions.
P&G brings Child-Guard lids to Tide PODS, Gain Flings tubs
CINCINNATI — Procter & Gamble on Tuesday unveiled its latest effort to ensure consumer safety, launching its Child-Guard child-resistant tub closure on two of its products. The Child-Guard tubs are now launching on its Tide PODS and Gain Flings tubs in an effort to reduce accidents related to its liquid laundry packs, the company said. The lids require individuals to squeeze both sides of the lid and twist at the same time to open.

Study: Consumer demand for personal care ingredient information is on the rise

CHICAGO — American women tend to pay more for products with recognizable ingredients as opposed to products that fail to clearly define what they contain, according to a survey released today by Label Insight, a leading SmartLabel solution provider.
L'Oréal Paris to unveil new lipstick on National Lipstick Day

NEW YORK — L'Oréal Paris has timed the debut of its new Colour Riche Matte Lipstick for Saturday, July 29 — National Lipstick Day.
Move over Amazon, Apollo Gum has jet pack delivery
Dove Chocolate explores sustainability with actress Minka Kelly in new video series
Acenda integrates with Walmart.com's global marketplace

SAN DIEGO — Acenda announced Wednesday that it has integrated with Walmart.com's global marketplace, connecting Acenda store owners and third-party sellers with Walmart's significant customer base. Acenda now helps retailers and brands optimize their product listings across major marketplaces including Walmart, Amazon, Google and eBay as well as leading retailers.
Anheuser-Busch to acquire Hiball

ST. LOUIS — Anheuser-Busch is bringing an organic energy drink and sparkling energy water maker into its brand portfolio, expanding its reach in the no-alcohol sector. The company is acquiring San Francisco-based Hiball, maker of the Hiball Energy and Alta Palla brands.

The company said that energy and sparkling water categories are two of the fastest growing categories in the beverage industry, and that Hiball’s brands would benefit from Anheuser-Busch’s wholesaler network and operational expertise.
Southeastern Grocers taps IRI to drive market insights

CHICAGO — IRI announced earlier this week that it has reached a long-term agreement with Southeastern Grocers to leverage analytics to better serve its existing customers and attract new shoppers. SEG is the fifth-largest supermarket chain in the United States based on store count and is the parent company of Winn-Dixie, BI-LO, Harveys and Fresco y Más grocery stores, IRI reported.
PepsiCo names new president, shuffles 2 more execs

PURCHASE, N.Y. — PepsiCo on Thursday announced three senior leadership appointments, including naming a new president. Ramon Laguarta, currently CEO of PepsiCo’s Europe Sub-Saharan Africa, or ESSA, segment, will assume the position of president, effective Sept. 1.

Additionally, current CEO Latin America, or LATAM, Laxman Narasimhan will become CEO LATAM and ESSA, and current president of Russia, Ukraine and CIS Silviu Popovici will be president ESSA, both effective Sept. 1.