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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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ColumnMore 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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ColumnThe 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.
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Walmart’s e-commerce growth speaks to CEO Doug McMillon’s legacy
Digital sales jumped 27% globally in Q3 and the U.S. channel is poised to turn a profit this year, demonstrating a core aspect of the exiting chief's omnichannel strategy.
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Walmart US posts grocery, e-commerce growth
Tariffs impacted the cost of goods less than expected, but the retailer continues to focus on food affordability through temporary price cuts and its Thanksgiving deal, executives told investors.
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New Coborn’s store to focus on in-store dining
The Midwestern grocery chain is working with a pair of restaurateurs to develop a restaurant and a food court at a location set to open next year in suburban Minneapolis.
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Kroger acknowledges that its bet on robotics went too far
The retailer’s decision to close three automated fulfillment centers reflects the stark changes in grocery e-commerce that have taken place in the years since it launched its partnership with Ocado.
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Aldi to host holiday pop-up in NYC
The discounter’s focus on unique promotions continues with an upcoming free event that aims to highlight its festive food and drink offerings.
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Rounding up grocers’ Thanksgiving meal deals
Several major retailers have offerings for $4 or less per person, according to a Grocery Dive analysis of 11 companies’ offerings.
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Kroger closing automated fulfillment facilities to bolster e-commerce profitability
In a bid to improve digital profitability by $400 million in 2026, the grocer is shuttering three CFCs, leaning into in-store fulfilment and expanding third-party e-commerce partnerships.
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Target to launch ChatGPT app with multi-item baskets, fresh food
The mass retailer is deepening its work with OpenAI as consumers continue to turn to generative chatbots for shopping support.
