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Albertsons sells minority stake to private equity firm for $1.75B

Apollo Global Management, which also owns Smart & Final, will acquire 17.5% of the IPO-bound grocer’s shares.

Court dismisses UNFI's suit against Goldman Sachs over Supervalu deal

The suit alleged UNFI paid excessive fees and that the bank arranged loan financing that benefited its hedge fund clients first.

UPDATED: May 21, 2020 at 5:40 p.m.

Target resumes grocery pickup pilot

The retailer had paused the rollout of fresh, frozen and refrigerated grocery items to its Drive Up program back in March when the pandemic hit.

Imperfect Foods lands $72M in Series C funding

The money will go toward fueling the company's U.S. expansion, improving technology and increasing capabilities at fulfillment centers as demand surges during the pandemic.

UFCW calls on retailers to reinstate hazard pay

The union noted that at least 68 grocery workers from companies it represents have died from COVID-19 and at least 10,000 have been sickened by or exposed to the virus.

Target's 141% digital growth during pandemic pushes sales and costs up

A booming top line masks the volatility in the retailer's business as the pandemic forced extreme changes on an incredibly short timeline. 

Bob Mariano launching new Chicago grocery chain

The longtime supermarket executive is jumping back into the business five years after selling his namesake chain to Kroger.

Target extends hourly bonuses for workers through July 4

The decision to continue its $2-per-hour raise comes as companies like Kroger and Amazon come under fire for ending their pay bumps.

Alltown Fresh rolls out food crates, prep kits

The New England convenience store chain is offering a suite of contactless shopping options for shoppers.

Giant Eagle hosts virtual cooking demos with celebrity chefs

The grocer has integrated online shopping links and product integrations into the series to nudge shoppers from inspiration to purchasing.

Walmart nixes Jet as pandemic shopping pushes digital sales up 74%

Costs and sales surged as the COVID-19 crisis brought "the broadest set of challenges we've ever seen globally" to the retail giant during Q1.

Aldi CEO promises to keep prices low

In a letter to customers, Jason Hart said the discounter is committed to offering affordable groceries as retailers see costs spike.

Study: Shoppers flee their primary grocer, some for good

A McKinsey survey found that 20% of customers have switched stores during COVID-19, mainly due to out-of-stocks and a desire for a better e-commerce experience. 

Kroger gives workers another one-time bonus as 'hero pay' comes to an end

The grocer's announcement follows a firestorm of criticism about its decision to end the $2-per-hour wage boost it has provided since late March.

Pandemic will hinder meat production for months, major supplier warns

JBS USA chief Andre Nogueira told The Wall Street Journal while all items won't be in the grocery store, he's not concerned about a shortage of protein even with plants closed and fewer workers.

UNFI delays sale of Shoppers and Cub Foods stores

The wholesaler paused the sale process and closures at the outset of the pandemic and expects to eventually earn a higher premium due to improved results at the stores.

Ahold Delhaize outlines plans for two automated frozen warehouses

The previously announced expansion of its cold storage space will serve the retailer's Northeast and Mid-Atlantic brands. 

Kroger hires more than 100k during pandemic

Alongside many other grocers during the pandemic, the company staffed up across the U.S. to fill roles in stores, e-commerce, distribution and manufacturing facilities.

Whole Foods continues to open online-only 'dark' stores

The retailer converted a Chicago store to delivery service only on Wednesday. The location is the sixth one it has dedicated to filling e-commerce orders amid record demand.

Grocers think outside the box to keep meat cases full

Supermarkets are finding unique ways to provide customers with beef, pork and poultry amid constrained supply during the pandemic.

Instacart delivery times stabilize

After weeks of delivery delays and limited time slots, the company reported 90% of its orders last week were delivered same-day or next-day.

Tyson Foods to cut some beef prices for grocers by up to 30% this week

As coronavirus disruptions at plants have led to rising costs, the meat giant is lowering prices for ground beef, roasts and other products to help retailers keep it affordable. 

Grocers' fulfillment struggles are a windfall for online startups

Companies like Thrive Market and Imperfect Foods are racing to accommodate new shoppers and focused on keeping them long term.

Publix launches prescription delivery

The retailer is providing the service to shoppers at all of its pharmacy locations and plans to continue to offer it after the pandemic subsides.

Walmart to dole out third round of bonuses

Full-time, part-time and temporary associates will be eligible for the bonuses, which will bring Walmart's total bonus payout this year to more than $935 million.