Aldi US names new CEO

Chief Operating Officer Atty McGrath will step into the role currently held by Jason Hart, who is becoming group COO of Aldi South in Austria.

Updated May 30, 2025

The Friday Checkout: Could Market Basket have another boycott on its hands?

Rising sentiment in favor of CEO Arthur T. Demoulas underscores the tricky timing of his suspension and just how much shoppers can love a grocer.

C&S ventures into international supply chain market with new partnership

The wholesaler has started working with Atlantic Grocery Supply to distribute groceries to retailers in the Caribbean as well as Central and South America.

Market Basket CEO placed on leave as company board launches probe

The grocer’s executive committee says it’s investigating claims that Arthur T. Demoulas planned to stage a work stoppage, while Demoulas claims the move is a cover for a “hostile takeover.”

Mondelēz sues Aldi over private label packaging that ‘blatantly copies’ Oreo and Chips Ahoy!

The snack giant alleges packaging on seven products could “deceive and confuse consumers” and “irreparably harm” its image.

SpartanNash’s retail sales continue to drive positive results

The grocery company’s retail sales improved for the fifth straight quarter as it continues to lean into the segment.

Walmart links healthcare with grocery shopping

The retailer has introduced a virtual badge to help Medicare Advantage members identify items they can buy with their OTC benefits.

US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

Updated May 29, 2025

Instacart names chief business officer as next CEO

Chris Rogers will step into the top role in August after six years at the grocery technology company.

Target expands private label offerings through chef partnership

The retailer is rolling out its second co-branded Good & Gather line, which will feature barbecue items developed with chef Rodney Scott.

Lowes Foods to open 2 stores in North Carolina

The grocery chain also plans to put its brand on an existing Kj’s Market in South Carolina that is owned by Alex Lee, parent of both banners.

How a new platform addresses grocery labor shortages

The SuperMarket Agency is tailored to help supermarkets, big-box retailers and convenience stores fill store-level management roles, CEO Steve Kamali said.

Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy

The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.

Coborn’s names new president

Emily Coborn Wright’s promotion places a fifth-generation leader in the top role at the regional grocer.

Walmart cuts 1,500 jobs in US retail, global tech teams

The retailer said it is slashing some roles and adding others in an effort to become more agile and innovative.

FreshDirect ventures into physical retail

The e-grocer has opened a temporary brick-and-mortar location in the resort town of Southampton, New York.

Trader Joe’s claims top spot in corporate reputation rankings

Costco ascended to No. 5 in the latest Axios Harris Poll 100 while Aldi and Kroger both lost ground in the annual examination of how consumers view the nation’s best-known brands.

Grocers kickstart summer with value

Food retailers are taking advantage of Memorial Day weekend to showcase discounts and highlight their private brands.

Target’s Q1 earnings disappoint amid battle with tariffs, consumer backlash

The mass retailer lowered its guidance for the full year, announced the departure of multiple executives and launched a new strategic office in an effort to combat sales declines.

Target bets on new ‘acceleration’ initiative, executive leadership changes to turn around performance

The retailer announced the creation of an Enterprise Acceleration Office after another discouraging quarter that saw the company report declines in net and comp sales.

UNFI, startup offer food-scoring tech to independent grocers

The grocery distributor is making GreenChoice’s system, which rates products based on health- and sustainability-focused factors, available to retailers it serves.

Instacart CEO’s exit won’t shift company strategy, top exec says

As the company eyes ways to grow e-grocery penetration, it’s continuing to follow its business strategy while also refining several areas of the business, its CFO said.

As it preps for life beyond Dollar Tree, Family Dollar names CEO

Duncan MacNaughton, a former chief operating officer of Family Dollar, will take on the top spot after Dollar Tree finalizes the sale of the banner.

Number Sense: Will retail define SpartanNash’s future?

The grocery solutions company’s retail sales have steadily improved for four straight quarters even as revenue for its much larger wholesale operation has remained in negative territory.

Albertsons denies Kroger’s claims in battle over merger termination fee

Albertsons’ response to its rival’s counterclaims from March continues a heated back-and-forth.