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Costco Expands Nationwide Delivery on Uber Eats
Uber Technologies, Inc. and Costco today announced a major national expansion of their U.S. partnership, bringing Costco delivery through Uber Eats to millions of more customers in 47 states, up from 17. Nearly 600 Costco locations are now available on Uber Eats, bringing on-demand and scheduled delivery through the Uber Eats app to even more Costco members.
Costco members can now get all their Costco favorites—from fresh produce and bulk groceries to household essentials and those only-at-Costco finds—delivered with Uber Eats, whether they’re...
NRF 2026 Hot 25 List Highlights Fastest-Growing Retailers
The National Retail Federation today announced the 2026 Hot 25 Retailers List, compiled by Kantar. The annual list ranks the fastest-growing retailers in the United States based on increases in domestic retail sales between 2024 and 2025.
“The retailers on this year’s Hot 25 list highlight the diversity and innovation shaping today’s retail landscape,” NRF Chief Economist and Executive Director of Research Mark Mathews said. “As consumer preferences evolve, these retailers are responding with products, value and shopping experiences that resonate with consumers.”
Chinese retailer Miniso claimed the top...
NRF Releases 2026 Top 100 Retailers
The National Retail Federation today released its annual list of the Top 100 Retailers, compiled by Kantar. The 2026 Top 100 Retailers ranks the industry’s largest companies according to 2025 U.S. retail sales. As the largest retailers continue to expand outside of retail revenues, this list focuses only on retail-specific revenues and not overall organizational revenue.
“Despite significant economic challenges over the past year, this year’s Top 100 Retailers list highlights a resilient group of companies,” NRF Chief Economist and Executive Director of Research Mark Mathews said. “They are adapting to meet changing consumer needs and leaning into new strategies and formats that set them apart...
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