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Clio Greek yogurt bar packages with berries and bars on a pink background
Stride Acquires Majority Stake in Clio Snacks Clio Snacks acquisition: Stride Consumer Partners takes a majority investment as the yogurt bar maker expands production and retail reach. October 6, 2026
Colorful Unwind sparkling calm drink cans and four-packs stacked on a reflective surface.
 Unwind Launches in About 1,000 Walmart Stores October 1, 2026
Mike Solow smiling in a navy check blazer and lavender shirt against a tan background.
 Rutland Square Spirits Names U.S. Operations Head September 30, 2026

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe posters along a street wall showing wraps, a smoothie bowl, the new logo and colorful slogans.
 Tropical Smoothie Cafe Refreshes Brand Experience Tropical Smoothie Cafe brand transformation adds a new identity, app and web experience as the chain expands across 44 states. September 16, 2026
A hand holds a SPAM Dog topped with sauerkraut and orange chips in a stadium.
 SPAM Dog Joins Vikings Game Day Menu SPAM Dog becomes U.S. Bank Stadium’s Official Dog for 2026-27, with the SKOL Crusher and a pregame SPAM Tailgate. September 10, 2026
Shelves and mirrored display tables filled with colourful beauty products in a pink shop interior.
 BEAUTYSPACE Opens Little Luxuries in Union Square Little Luxuries opens in Union Square on September 10 with premium mini beauty products from more than 100 brands. September 3, 2026
Infographic showing Temu seller growth statistics: 50%, 34%, and 75%.
 Temu Survey Tracks Seller Hiring and European Growth Temu seller survey finds 50% increased capacity or hiring, while 34% expanded into new international markets. August 31, 2026
People flag off a Sprite-branded Tejas Express train beside promotional displays.
 Sprite Tejas Express Begins Six Month Run Sprite Tejas Express will operate between Lucknow and New Delhi for six months, with branded coaches, onboard products and recycled benches. August 21, 2026
A Jollibee restaurant exterior with parking spaces in front.
 Jollibee Opens First California Franchise in Roseville Jollibee California franchise opens in Roseville as the first restaurant in a 24-unit development agreement across three states. August 17, 2026
Aerial view of white commercial buildings under construction beside a road and green field.
 Five Tenants Join Village at Meridian Expansion The Village at Meridian expansion adds five retailers and restaurants across six fully leased buildings totaling nearly 80,000 square feet. August 14, 2026
Smoothie King toasts, chicken bites, a flatbread and a pink smoothie beneath “The Best Kind of Delicious” text.
 Smoothie King Reports July Sales and Franchise Growth Smoothie King reported 9% same-store sales growth in July after 19 openings and 32 franchise commitments in Q2 2026. August 12, 2026
MyThyme Rewards sweepstakes ad offering a chance to win $5,000 in free groceries.
 Fresh Thyme Offers $5,000 Grocery Giveaway Fresh Thyme 5K Giveaway gives MyThyme Rewards members a chance to win $5,000 in Fresh Thyme Market gift cards. August 10, 2026
A hand holds a phone displaying Domino’s app offers, including a $5 off reward.
 Domino’s Offers $5 Off to Try Its New Website and App Domino’s digital ordering offer gives qualifying customers $5 off a future order after placing an online order Aug. 3-30. August 3, 2026