Drug Store News

04/09/2025

Retail pharmacy operators face an array of challenges beyond PBM reform, which many observers say remains the single biggest obstacle to operating successfully in today’s environment.

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04/09/2025

, Ulta Beauty has opened its first stores in Mexico, marking its brick-and-mortar international debut.

Ulta Beauty’s first store in Mexico opened on August 21 at Antara Fashion Hall in Mexico City, followed by Galerías Metepec on August 30.

03/09/2025

CELSIUS and PepsiCo have made changes to their strategic agreement, which includes new ownership for the Rockstar Energy Drink line.

As part of the deal, Celsius acquired the Rockstar Energy brand from PepsiCo.

02/09/2025

In news, Dollar General is raising its financial expectations for the year, primarily to reflect its outperformance in the second quarter, as well as its improved outlook for the second half of the year.

Dollar General said it was raising its financial expectations for the year, primarily to reflect its outperformance in the second quarter, as well as its improved outlook for the second half of the year.

02/09/2025

Walmart of Mexico and Central America has revealed a USD $260 million investment in the Central American country of El Salvador.

02/09/2025

, CVS Health and Walgreens recently announced that they will be limiting access to the COVID-19 vaccine as state guidance requires approvals from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy are limiting access to the COVID-19 vaccine as state guidance requires approvals from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

02/09/2025

DSN senior editor Sandra Levy spoke to Ramita Tandon, chief biopharma officer at Walgreens, about the accomplishments of three-year-old Walgreens Clinical Trials enterprise and how it is increasing representation in clinical trials and accessibility.

DSN senior editor Sandra Levy spoke to Ramita Tandon, chief biopharma officer at Walgreens, about the accomplishments of three-year-old Walgreens Clinical Trials enterprise and how it is increasing representation in clinical trials and accessibility.

28/08/2025

: Walgreens has named a new CEO following the completion of its acquisition by Sycamore Partners.

Mike Motz has been named CEO of Walgreens, replacing Tim Wentworth, who will continue to serve as an ongoing director.

26/08/2025

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Total Store Expo Reception was an opportunity for industry members to network and catch up.

Check out some highlights. 📸

NACDS' Total Store Expo Reception was an opportunity for industry members to network and catch up.

26/08/2025

As the retail pharmacy industry gathers in San Diego for National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Total Store Expo, DSN gives you a lightning-fast wrap-up of the second day of the conference, including panels, booth visits and outtakes from our interviews.

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A fast-paced recap of the goings-on from day two of the event.

26/08/2025

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25/08/2025

Speaking at the 2025 National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Total Store Expo in San Diego, Rick Gates, chief pharmacy officer of Walgreens and NACDS Chair, delivered a clear message to retail and CPG leaders: the pharmacy industry is at a tipping point, and collective action is essential.

Check out more of what was said. 🔗

Gates outlined an action-focused agenda for pharmacy modernization, community elevation and unified advocacy—calling on retailers and suppliers to help shape the industry’s next chapter.