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Retail Media & Commerce

Private Label (Store Brand)

Products made for and sold under a retailer's own brand, such as Kirkland Signature or Great Value, competing with national brands.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

Private label, or store brand, refers to products made for and sold under a retailer's own brand, such as Kirkland Signature at Costco or Great Value at Walmart. These products usually compete with national brands on price while giving retailers higher margins and more control over sourcing, packaging, and shelf placement.