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What’s ahead for grocers in 2026?
As the industry keeps a close eye on what Kroger and Amazon have up their sleeves, multicultural cuisine is taking on a heightened role as consumers seek out global flavors.
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Sponsored by International Dairy Deli Bakery AssociationProduct innovations that breakthrough
A look at the products that will drive foot traffic, increase revenue and strengthen customer loyalty.
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Multicultural grocery demand is rising. Here’s what grocers can do.
The momentum specialty grocers have seen is fueling consumer interest in international grocery stores and global flavors in supermarket aisles.
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ColumnThe Friday Checkout: What went wrong with Amazon Fresh?
The chain bet heavily that checkout technology would win over shoppers. When that didn’t pan out, there wasn’t much to fall back on.
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Wakefern to buy 3 ShopRite stores from member families
The East Coast grocery co-op will operate the supermarkets, all of which are in the Philadelphia region, through a wholly owned subsidiary.
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How grocers are taking charge of food traceability requirements
Walmart and Kroger are among the retailers setting stricter standards that go beyond the federal requirements.
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Amazon to halt palm payments
The online retailer said all Amazon One palm readers will be removed from physical stores by June 3.
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With Amazon Fresh’s closure, where is Amazon headed in grocery?
The shuttering of its brick-and-mortar conventional grocery chain is a setback, but experts say the company will continue to make gains through e-commerce and Whole Foods.
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BJ’s prepares to open 2nd small-format location
The grocery-focused store, which is about half the size of the club retailer’s traditional locations, comes as retailers experiment with smaller floor plans.
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Grocery e-commerce is soaring, but regional grocers remain in a tough spot
While average order frequency grew in 2025, the likes of Walmart and Amazon created a tricky digital competitive environment for traditional chains.
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Traditional grocers’ ‘low price’ message no longer resonates with shoppers, research finds
Supermarket operators depend too heavily on promotions to connect with customers, leading to unfavorable comparisons with other channels, an AlixPartners survey found.
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Wild Oats is back, again
The pioneering specialty brand has taken on many forms in the years since Whole Foods acquired it. Now it’s back as an organic products line from distributor KeHE.
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Amazon to shutter all Amazon Fresh and Go stores
The company will focus its brick-and-mortar strategy on Whole Foods Market, with plans to open more than 100 new stores under the banner over the next few years.
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Top grocery trade shows in 2026
Here’s a rundown of key industry conferences scheduled for this year that will showcase the latest developments, trends and insights in food retailing.
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Dollar General expands reach of rural same-day delivery service
The discount retailer is the latest company extending its delivery offerings to focus on underserved communities.
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How 3 grocers source small and local brands
Carrying products from local suppliers is becoming an increasingly powerful way for retailers to stand out from competitors while also satisfying discerning customers.
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Amazon targets pop-up retail with upgraded Just Walk Out tech
The latest changes to its RFID-enabled checkout lanes are aimed at making it easier to use in settings like festivals and temporary stores.
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Traditional grocers benefit from lunch rush
Consumers are increasingly viewing supermarkets as convenient destinations to grab mid-day ready-to-eat meals.
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ColumnThe Friday Checkout: Can a revitalized Winn-Dixie compete in ultra-competitive Florida?
The chain’s new visual identity and playful marketing lingo could play a key role in helping it stand out to shoppers.
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Lidl US is getting yet another leader. Is it ready to move ahead?
The discount grocery chain made solid progress under now-former CEO Joel Rampoldt, suggesting it could finally be primed for success in a market where it has struggled to gain traction, analysts said.
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Lidl US CEO out
Joel Rampoldt, who has served as the discount grocer’s chief executive since 2023, is now serving in an advisory role, the company confirmed.
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The Winn-Dixie Company era begins
Reborn under a new name, the Florida-based grocer is kicking off 2026 with a new visual identity and plans to remodel and open new stores.
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Raley’s to shutter 2 California stores
The West Coast grocer is closing a location under its namesake banner later this month and plans to cease operations at one under its Nob Hill Foods banner in May.
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H Mart plans foodservice-focused flagship store in California
Spanning more than 100,000 square feet, the store will be the grocer’s largest in the state and include a food hall and dine-in restaurants.
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ColumnMore Than a Store: Inside Nordstrom’s collab with Pop Up Grocer
As grocers turn to local and niche sourcing to stand out from the competition, Pop Up Grocer can help them discover which innovative and new items click with shoppers.
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Private label sales set another record in 2025
Shoppers spent just under $283 billion on store-brand products last year, up 3.3% compared with 2024, the Private Label Manufacturers Association reported.
