In-store retail tech funding drops to $175M in 14 rounds
In-store retail technology companies raised $175 million across 14 rounds leading up to April 2026, a decrease from $312 million across 32 rounds in the prior-year period.
Retail Industry News — Monday, September 7, 2026
Monday, September 7, 2026
Food-AI Startups Target B2B Workflow Automation
A wave of startups founded between 2023 and 2024 is emerging to automate catering management, compliance, and procurement workflows for the food and beverage industry.
Grocers Install Automated Micro-Fulfillment Centers In Stores
Major grocery retailers have launched automated micro-fulfillment centers inside physical stores to support same-day delivery operations.
Knownwell expands US clinic network to ten locations
Knownwell, a provider of obesity and weight-loss clinics, opened its tenth US brick-and-mortar location in October 2025.
Consumer health fragmentation drives M&A focus on specialist channels
BCG reports that consumer health outpaces many CPG segments on growth and margin, with independent pharmacies accounting for over 50% of sales in most European markets.
Prepared-meals startup funding drops to $5.91M in early 2026
Equity investment in ready-to-eat food brands totaled approximately $5.91 million across two rounds through February 2026, a decrease from the prior period.