Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy

Global Wellness News™ | August 12th, 2025

Peloton pivots to wellness alongside another layoff

In its Q4 2025 earnings, Peloton announced a “return-to-growth” strategy that involves expanding wellness offerings, price adjustments, and layoffs.

That’s a Lot of Needles in Your Face

In the age of #notox, can cosmetic acupuncture be the new Botox?
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Unmind receives $35M to transform workplace mental health

Unmind plans to deliver proactive and reactive mental health solutions, integrating AI and advanced data strategies to support organizational health, employee wellbeing, and business performance.

WeightWatchers Acquires Julie Rice’s Peoplehood

The weight management platform appointed SoulCycle’s Julie Rice as chief experience officer and acquired her boutique support group concept.

Sauna Is Just the Start: Gyms Are Getting Creative on Wellness & Recovery

ATN breaks down some of the trends likely to drive the future of wellness and recovery inside gyms across America.

Do wellness drinks really do what they say?

The wellness drinks industry is booming – but the big benefits they promise might be too good to be true.

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