June in Review: 13 Top Consumer Press Releases

A roundup of the most newsworthy consumer and retail announcements from PR Newswire, including the return of Red Lobster's Crabfest, a pride vinyl collection from Urban Outfitters and a report on the state of American beverage consumption from Keurig Dr. Pepper.

NEW YORK, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each month, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help consumer and retail journalists and consumers stay on top of the month's most popular releases and newsworthy trends, here's a recap of some of the past month's most read- and engaged-with stories.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

1. The Michaels Companies, Inc. Acquires JOANN® Intellectual Property and Private Label Brands
   "This acquisition allows us to better serve both new and existing customers, respond to rising demand across categories, and build on our momentum as the destination for creating and celebrating in North America," said David Boone, Chief Executive Officer at Michaels.
2. Drink Up, Collect 'Em All - Whataburger Releases Limited-Edition Commemorative Cups 
   Toast to 75 years of Whataburger with the debut of all-new, limited edition Whataburger Commemorative Cups! These colorful, collectable 32-ounce cups pair great with any Whatameal and are perfectly souvenir-worthy and sippin'-ready!
3. Fortune Announces 2025 Fortune 500 List 
   In total, Fortune 500 companies represent two-thirds of the U.S. GDP with $19.9 trillion (up 6%) in revenues, $1.87 trillion (up 9%) in profits, $46 trillion (up 7%) in market value, and employ 31 million people worldwide. The revenue threshold for making the 2025 Fortune 500 list was $7.4 billion this year, up 4% from a year ago.
4. Collectibles Accessory Leader Ultra PRO announces expansive licensed MAGIC: THE GATHERING®--FINAL FANTASY™ product line in collaboration with Hasbro, Wizards of the Coast® and SQUARE ENIX® 
   Whether you are looking for matching accessories for your Terra, Herald of Hope, Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER, Tidus, Yuna's Guardian, or Y'shtola, Night's Blessed Commander deck, or to mix and match your favorite FINAL FANTASY eras, there's something for every fan to customize their collection and playspace.
5. Timex and Acclaimed Filmmaker James Gunn Unveil Limited-Edition Superman™ Timepiece Ahead of This Summer's Highly Anticipated Film Release, DC Studios' Superman 
   Set to coincide with the summer's biggest cinematic release, this special-edition watch blends mid-century design cues with details worthy of Superman himself. Crafted with the iconic Marlin Jet case, the watch features a sophisticated automatic movement, a leather strap designed for comfort and durability, and bold red and blue accents that pay homage to Superman's signature style.
6. Urban Outfitters Unveils First-Ever Pride Vinyl Collection 
   As part of UO Celebrates: Pride, Urban Outfitters is proud to debut a vinyl collection curated in collaboration with some of today's most influential LGBTQIA+ artists, allies, and labels. Created to honor the deep connection between music, identity, and culture, the 18-title lineup features legendary releases from RuPaul, Kesha, Britney Spears, and a new drop from Frankie Grande.
7. Debut Offering of Antique Toys from the Personal Collection of the Late Tom Sage Sr Chalks Up $2.6M at Morphy's 
   The 295-lot lot session, which closed at $2.6 million, represented Part I of a premier assemblage of European and American toys amassed over a 50-year period by Sage (1939-2024), an acknowledged pioneer of the antique toy trade.
8. Red Lobster Brings Bold Flavors and Summer Fun to Crabfest with All-New Seafood Boils 
   "Red Lobster's Crabfest is the ultimate summer dining experience, featuring exciting and flavorful dishes like our new Seafood Boils," said Nichole Robillard, Chief Marketing Officer of Red Lobster. "Whether you're a longtime Red Lobster lover or participating in Crabfest for the first time, we've got something to bring everyone joy."
9. OnePay and Synchrony to Launch New Industry-Leading Credit Card Program With Walmart; Credit Card to Be Powered by Mastercard and Set to Go Live This Fall 
   As part of the program, OnePay and Synchrony will introduce both a general-purpose card, which will serve as the program's signature card and be available to use anywhere Mastercard is accepted, and a private label card, which will be exclusively for Walmart purchases.
10. Costco Executive Members Now Get Monthly Credit for Same-Day Delivery with Instacart 
    "Costco Executive Members expect exceptional value – and now, they can get even more delivered to their door," said Daniel Danker, Chief Product Officer at Instacart. "Our new monthly credit makes it easier than ever for members across North America to get Costco's warehouse items with the convenience of fast and reliable delivery through Instacart."
11. Arbonne Unveils Innovative Plant-Powered Hair Care Collection Fueled by Scalp Science and Clinical Results 
    Powered by purposeful, performance-driven ingredients—like Green Coffee Oil, Pea Peptide, Snow Mushroom, Argan, Avocado, and Squalane—each product is designed to support scalp and hair health while delivering visible results. All formulas are dermatologist-tested, vegan, cruelty-free, and crafted without over 2,000 ingredients Arbonne chooses not to include in its product development process.
12. Race Into Flavor: KFC's Iconic Fill Ups Return Alongside Finger Lickin' Good Collab with F1® THE MOVIE 
    KFC is also shaking up its beverages this summer with the launch of the new Mountain Dew® Sweet Lightning® Peaches & Cream Soda. Leaning into the viral dirty soda trend popular among Gen Z and Millennials, this bold new flavor hits restaurants starting June 9. For an extra twist, customers can add a vanilla cream swirl to elevate every sip.
13. Keurig Dr Pepper Unveils First-Ever State of Beverages Report
    More than just a look at what's in our cups, the report dives into why we drink what we do, drawing primarily from national surveys and KDP's own proprietary data. The result is a robust view into how beverages are shaping and reflecting American life in 2025.

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Trending Topics

Among the consumer news that was distributed in June, the PR Newswire team was able spot several larger stories that highlight the trends shaping the industry.

• Fourth of July: It was a busy month for both the entertainment and food and beverage industries, with summer in full swing and Fourth of July celebrations in tow. Grocery chain Meijer published a shopping list to help feed eight people for under $35. 7-Eleven also rolled out special products and deals to celebrate, including a limited-time Independence Day Donut and a buy-one-get-one-free deal on burritos. In an effort to honor and support veterans across America, snack cake brand MoonPie matched donations to the USO in the week leading up to Independence Day. Busch Gardens also offered free water park tickets to active duty military members, veterans and their families between June 22-July 6, continuing its over 20 year tradition of the offer.
• Sports Season: June also saw several new products in the sports industry, and partnerships both new and longstanding. WNBA star Caitlin Clark debuted a new signature basketball with Wilson Sporting Goods and football legend Lionel Messi's hydration beverage Más+ by Messi became the official hydration partner of the Argentine national team, the reigning FIFA world champions. With the 2025 NBA draft held June 25-26, menswear brand INDOCHINO continued its NBA Draft partnership by outfitting Drake Powell, Jase Richardson and Johni Broome for the occasion. New Era Cap also announced its 2025 NBA champions collection, featuring new caps that celebrate the Oklahoma City Thunder's historic first championship ring.

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