Recent retail news includes Walmart's latest excursion into the metaverse, and retailers readying themselves for a jumpstart on holiday sales.

Recent retail news includes Lowe's renewal of its NFL sponsorship, and a Kroger-Albertsons agreement to sell off overlapping stores.

Recent retail news includes Best Buy having suppliers pay for promotions, and Amazon Prime members able to spend on Shopify.

Recent retail news includes Circle K Day bringing discounts and promotions, and Instacart filing an IPO.

Recent retail news includes Walmart releasing its annual Top Toys list, and Ace Hardware growing its store count.

Recent retail news includes Aldi's purchase of Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket, and 7-Eleven unveiling an updated mobile app.

Recent retail news includes Instacart's custom storefronts feature and Amazon's growing retail media offerings.

Recent retail news includes Walmart bolstering its Pro Seller and Restored rules, and its Canadian arm adding coupon-clipping capabilities.

Recent retail news includes CVS adding self-care SKUs designed with input from the disabled community, and Whole Foods planning to install Amazon technology in stores that lets shoppers pay with a wave of their hand.

Recent retail news include Walmart sounding the call for potential vendors, and Lowe's expanding same-day delivery service to all U.S. stores.