Critics say Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s recommendations are departure from original intent NACS Online In early February, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee issued its “scientific” recommendations to the government that are intended to shape federal nutrition policy and policy. Among its recommendations: Eat less red meat and tax sodas and snacks. The nation’s top nutritional…
In Europe and the United States, fake electronic cigarettes are hitting the market NACS Online For electronic cigarette makers such as England-based Liberty Flights Ltd., counterfeiting is becoming a problem. The Wall Street Journal reports that copycat versions of the company’s products have started appearing in several markets around the world, made with cheaper materials…
NACS Online Survey shows only about one-third of Americans have received chip-enabled credit cardsIn a recent report on its Marketplace program, NPR addressed the reasons why neither credit card issuers nor retailers are likely to meet the October 2015 deadline for widespread U.S. adoption of new, more secure EMV credit cards. Card issuers have made…
NACS Online Survey shows that majority of consumers carry less than $20 in cash A new survey shows that fewer people are carrying cash, even as Americans think it’s still the safest way to pay. According to the newly released “Future of Retail Study” from Walker Sands, a Chicago-based PR agency, 56% of those surveyed…
-NACS Online NACS has published a primer to help convenience store operators sell more produce in their stores. Created in partnership with the United Fresh Produce Association, “Building the Business Case for Produce Sales at Convenience Stores” combines analysis of industry and consumer trends with practical ideas to develop an enhanced produce offering in stores.…
In today’s business world, green is becoming more popular and affordable than ever. So if you’re considering greener choices, Office Depot makes it simple to find them. Just look for the leaf icon on our site or in our catalog. And by going greener, you’ll not only help the environment. Your business will always receive: 15-55%…
By: Randall A. Denha, J.D., LL.M.* The general rule is referred to as the “step-up” basis rule. That is, the heir receives a basis in inherited property equal to its date of death value. So, for example, if Uncle Harry bought Kodak stock in 1935 for $500 and it’s worth $5 million at his death,…
World’s largest distiller says voluntary move helps consumers make informed choices about their drinks Diageo, worldwide alcohol beverage producer of Guinness, Red Stripe, Bailey’s, Smirnoff and Johnnie Walker, to name a few, announced last week its commitment to provide consumers with alcohol content and nutrition information per serving – a first for any alcohol company.…
Lottery officials moving forward, while some consumers and retailers are skeptical of the planIf the Pennsylvania Lottery Commission has its way, the state may soon follow in the footsteps of others like California and Minnesota, in launching pump side lottery ticket sales throughout the Keystone State. Lottery officials told a Senate committee in Harrisburg last…
Major retailers discuss practical concerns about EMV implementation at payment technology conference EMV chip cards and mobile payments are a constant topic in the payments industry lately, but according to some, large merchants are far from sold on either technology. An article last month from DigitalTransactions.net cites merchant comments during a recent payments-technology conference, describing…