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Inside the Store: Mom’s Organic Market opens a bigger and better store
The independent specialty grocer sticks to its roots at its newest store in Washington, D.C.’s Van Ness neighborhood, an area that caters to students and families alike.
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Albertsons maintains foot traffic as discounters post gains
Store visits were up more than 10% in 2024 compared with 2019, Placer.ai reported.
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At brick-and-mortar powerhouse Walmart, e-commerce turns profitable
The retail giant isn’t immune to tariff fallout but is maintaining its outlook, in part because it sees market share opportunity, executives said.
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ColumnThe Friday Checkout: Will Walmart’s online allure accelerate its grocery business?
Online spending by Walmart+ members has increased by 50% over the past year alone — and the company says it plans to use digital profits to keep food prices in check.
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Tariff uncertainty poses risks for grocers, experts say
“You can’t predict what a consumer is going to do if you have no idea what their sentiment is going to be tomorrow,” one industry analyst said.
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Egg prices hit another record high ahead of Easter
Costs could soon come down, however, as farms report fewer bird flu outbreaks and wholesale prices decrease.
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Sam’s Club to add 15 stores per year in plan to double sales
The Walmart-owned club retailer also intends to remodel all of its locations as it looks to reach more customers over the next decade.
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Instacart adds another independent grocer to its roster
The company has linked with family-owned Dierbergs Markets on delivery and electronic shelf label technology.
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How grocery e-commerce has changed 5 years after the pandemic
COVID-19 changed online grocery and shopping behaviors as well as customer preferences for delivery, pickup and ship-to-home, according to Brick Meets Click and Mercatus.
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Target beefs up online grocery offerings with ButcherBox partnership
The tie-up with the direct-to-consumer online meat seller underscores Target’s focus on expanding its grocery offerings.
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Kroger says its pursuit of Albertsons cost over $1B
The grocer spent nearly $700 million on fees related to the failed merger attempt in 2024 alone, according to a regulatory filing.
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Why grocers should partner with influencers
As the industry looks to unlock Gen Z’s buying power, influencers may be the key to gaining their loyalty, sources say.
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Ahold Delhaize USA names new CIO
Ann Dozier joins a few months after the grocery company experienced a cyberattack that led to e-commerce disruptions and empty shelves.
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Baldor Specialty Foods taps former FreshDirect CEO as president
David McInerney joins the fresh produce and specialty foods distributor as it looks to expand its product offerings and distribution capabilities.
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Tariffs are the latest test of beleaguered US consumers
Before the expansive levies were announced, spending power was already weakened by high prices and rising debt, among other forces, analysts say.
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Coborn’s to acquire 2 South Dakota grocery stores
Family-owned Kessler’s Food and Grocery said it struck a deal with Coborn’s because remaining competitive on its own would be “increasingly difficult.”
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Kroger, Lidl roll out Easter deals
Kroger’s meal for the holiday costs less than $6 per person, while the discounter is serving up spiral ham for 80 cents less than last year.
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Grocers have the meats
Meat department sales hit record highs in 2024, but there’s room for more innovation and personalized messaging to continue motivating shoppers, according to a report from FMI.
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Kroger plans to build 3 new stores in Ohio and Kentucky
The grocer also intends to renovate 16 locations in connection with $130 million it allocated for capital investments in its Cincinnati/Dayton division this year.
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Target serves up Easter meal at last year’s price
The retailer is also highlighting seasonal dessert options and deals on select items like private label treats.
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Kroger alleges C&S misconduct in Albertsons deal
The wholesaler is not entitled to a $125 million merger termination fee because of several contract breaches, Kroger said in a legal filing.
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Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties
FMI – The Food Industry Association and the National Grocers Association raised concerns about how the additional tariffs will impact consumers and retailers.
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Rodney McMullen submits another resignation
The former Kroger CEO has quit the board of apparel and footwear company VF Corp. following his sudden departure from the grocer after an ethics investigation.
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NRF expects ‘slower trajectory for consumer spending’ in 2025 as tariffs fuel uncertainty, inflation fears
Retail sales could grow 3.7% at best as many consumers reach the limits of their spending power, according to the trade group.
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ColumnThe Friday Checkout: Could tariffs be just what traditional grocers need to find their footing?
Kroger shares raced to their highest level ever on Thursday even as the stock market cratered — a powerful reminder of the essential role supermarkets play in the economy.
