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    Kroger expects to reach e-commerce profitability in 2026

    The grocer’s recent fulfillment changes along with its retail media sales will help the company achieve this coveted goal, executives said Thursday.

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    How grocery brands are using AI to reach today’s value-driven shoppers

    From lapsed to loyal—AI connects brands with shoppers ready to engage.

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    How 3 grocers navigated the SNAP suspension

    As the food assistance program continues to face political pressure, here’s how a few retailers adjusted their operations during the recent funding lapse.

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    GLP-1 users to make up 35% of food and beverage sales by 2030: report

    As more consumers take weight loss medications like Ozempic or Wegovy, companies will need to act fast if they want to adapt, according to Circana.

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    Costco sues Trump administration for tariff refund

    The retail giant is calling for funds to be returned as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of certain levies imposed by President Donald Trump.

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    Instacart sues NYC over grocery delivery worker laws

    Laws passed this year by the City Council that govern minimum pay and tipping for workers who deliver groceries violate federal and state statutes, the company claims.

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    USDA head threatens to withhold SNAP funding from Democratic states

    Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the 21 states won’t receive federal funds for the food assistance program until they comply with a directive to share information about participants.

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    UNFI’s net sales growth slips as supply chain efficiencies improve

    Although sales dropped year over year due to the closure of a distribution center, the wholesaler said it’s lowering costs and moving cases faster through its facilities.

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    Amazon tests delivery in half hour or less

    In parts of Seattle and Philadelphia, ultra-fast delivery of household essentials and groceries is an extra $14 — or $4 for Prime members.

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    States sue Trump administration over SNAP eligibility changes

    The lawsuit aims to block new USDA guidance that says certain groups, including refugees and asylum recipients, can’t participate in the food assistance program. 

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    6 grocery companies’ top executive changes in November

    Walmart and Schnuck Markets named new senior executives, while Instacart said its CEO will become chair.

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    United Supermarkets to lay off 126 employees

    The grocery chain is eliminating the positions in Texas as parent Albertsons continues a year filled with changes.

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    Fareway grows Kansas footprint

    The Midwest grocer opened its first full-scale format in the state in late November.

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    BJ’s CEO: ‘AI is a big part of our future’

    The membership-only grocery chain is using the technology to make coding more efficient, generate to-do lists for team members and spot quality issues in its stores. 

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    Private label’s allure transcends income levels, survey finds

    Consumers with household incomes above $100,000 are becoming more likely to buy store-brand groceries as they look to save money, Alvarez & Marsal reported.

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    Albertsons’ pilot with Chobani drives ad outcomes

    The test is part of a collaboration between the grocer’s retail media division and NBCUniversal to provide closed-loop measurement that bridges connected TV ads and retail performance.

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    More than a Store: Kroger places health at the center of its digital aisles

    The grocer’s recent app refresh highlights both wellness-related services and savings opportunities, but stops short of tying them together.

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    Aldi opens 16 stores in one day

    The opening spree, which happened last Thursday, continues the discounter’s work towards its goal of operating 3,200 locations by 2028.

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    Shoppers likely won’t curb their grocery budget for the holidays

    A “great homemade feast” remains a top priority for consumers this year, with FMI’s latest holiday trends report finding that food is the area where shoppers are least likely to cut back.

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    Grocers go niche with their private labels

    Retailers including Natural Grocers, Albertsons and SpartanNash have recently rolled out items like cooking oils, herb blends and flavored butters under their store brands.

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    Harris Teeter to shutter online fulfillment spoke

    The banner’s Alexandria, Virginia, site will permanently close by Feb. 1, joining three other spoke facilities in Florida that are also closing as Kroger pares back its digital fulfillment network.

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    Private label growth unwraps opportunities for packaging manufacturers

    Store brands are outpacing name brands’ growth, according to speakers at a Private Label Manufacturers Association trade show. Those products and shelf-ready packaging are “essential to our model,” said Lidl US CEO Joel Rampoldt.

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    The Save Mart Companies reopens value-focused store

    The grocer’s only Maxx Value location, situated in its hometown of Modesto, California, now features a broader assortment of products, including a wider selection of beer and Hispanic foods.

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    US exempts coffee, other agricultural products from Brazil tariffs

    Imports from the country have faced a combined hefty burden since early August, including the Trump administration’s global reciprocal tariffs and a separate 40% levy.

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    The Friday Checkout: The sun is setting on Kroger’s time in Florida

    The grocer is closing three smaller e-commerce facilities along with an automated fulfillment center, essentially ending its presence in the state.

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    Wegmans adds Hot Bowls to foodservice lineup

    The grocer’s new program allows people to order signature bowls or create their own with fresh proteins and other ingredients.