Kroger reported on Thursday that its Restock Kroger program is off to a “fantastic start,” leading to strong cost controls, alternative revenue streams and first quarter net earnings per diluted share that were slightly ahead of the company's internal expectations.
According to the new TotalSocial Ranking from Engagement Labs, Bath and Body Works, Ulta and Sephora have claimed the top three spots, when it comes to increasing brand performance through both face-to-face and social media conversations.
Markwins is expanding its beauty portfolio by acquiring Pro Artistry brand Lorac Cosmetics, which was founded by professional makeup artist Carol Shaw.
Southeastern Grocers announced that it has successfully completed its financial restructuring and has emerged from bankruptcy protection after filing in March.
Ulta Beauty reported that its net income increased 28.2% to $164.4 million and earnings per diluted share increased 31.7% to $2.70, topping analysts’ estimates of $2.48 a share.
Dollar General's net income fell 20% to $365 million, with earnings per share of $1.36, compared to its net income of $279 million, or earnings per share of $1.02, in the year-ago period.
Founded in 2001 by a family-owned organic apple farm in Washington, Bare Snacks began as a baked apple chips line that was sold at local farmer’s markets.