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Kroger sells Turkey Hill brand
Private equity firm Peak Rock Capital acquired the CPG business for an undisclosed amount as Kroger focuses on its house brands.
By Jeff Wells • March 20, 2019 -
Supermarkets won't beat Aldi and Lidl on price alone
Traditional grocers are trying to compete as the discounters expand, but Brick Meets Click says the price fight is a losing proposition.
By Jessica Dumont • March 20, 2019 -
H-E-B introduces limited edition rodeo-scented soaps
The lineup, which includes snow cone and funnel cake scents, honors one of Texas' favorite pastimes and has generated considerable buzz among shoppers.
By Lauren Manning • March 19, 2019 -
Philadelphia ShopRite owner blames soda tax for closure
While the city's soda tax has challenged some grocers, others are opening new locations and operating without issue.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 18, 2019 -
Kroger expands Pinterest tie-up with first-party data ad targeting
A Pinterest push for the Greek yogurt category used Kroger's data for targeting, producing a 53% traffic lift and 15% lower cost per engagement.
By Erica Sweeney • March 15, 2019 -
ColumnPardon the Disruption: Amazon's private label odyssey
All signs point to the e-commerce giant gearing up for a major push in own brand groceries.
By Jeff Wells • March 15, 2019 -
BJ's unveils 5 new private label wines
The wholesale club's Wellsley Farms wine will help keep it competitive with other major retailers, including Target and Costco.
By Lauren Manning • March 14, 2019 -
Kroger's autonomous delivery test moves to Houston
The grocer said it will conclude its Scottsdale, Arizona pilot this month, which launched in 2018, before initiating phase two in Texas this spring.
By Jeff Wells • March 14, 2019 -
Markdowns, margins squeeze Dollar General profits
The dollar store missed earnings estimates, but new grocery initiatives focused on fresh foods and private label products could boost its bottom line.
By Daphne Howland • March 14, 2019 -
Target debuts clean label for personal care products
The new designation is part of a multi-year initiative to decrease chemicals in products and increase transparency in labeling.
By Corinne Ruff • March 14, 2019 -
Meijer adds Shop & Scan service to 23 locations
Mobile shopping checkout will be available at stores in Chicago and Northwest Indiana as the retailer tries to keep pace with competitors.
By Lauren Manning • March 13, 2019 -
Walmart CFO: grocery a 'halo' for the retailer
In a presentation to investors, Brett Biggs highlighted the success of online grocery and how it is a major driver in the company's overall growth.
By Jessica Dumont • March 13, 2019 -
SpartanNash cleans up private label lines
The company has reformulated products and redesigned packaging for more than 425 products since last year and will add 175 products in 2019.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 13, 2019 -
Rite Aid slashes 400 corporate jobs
The drugstore is shaking up its executive team, starting with John Standley stepping down as CEO, as it tries to compete as a much smaller retailer.
By Daphne Howland • March 13, 2019 -
H-E-B surprises guests with fine dining meal at SXSW
The Texas-based retailer invited influencers and foodies for a six-course dinner under the guise of "ITK Restaurant Group" to promote its "In the Kitchen" program.
By Krishna Thakker • March 12, 2019 -
Hy-Vee nixes distribution center plans in Minnesota
The change aligns with a reported slower expansion in Minnesota, though the grocer is investing elsewhere.
By Jessica Dumont • March 11, 2019 -
Aldi store brands dominate BrandSpark awards
More than 10,000 consumers voted the discounter's private label tops in categories like salad bowls, hummus and kid snacks.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 11, 2019 -
Trader Joe's to curb plastic packaging in stores
The retailer aims to build on its recent sustainability initiatives by selling more loose produce items, replacing floral and greeting cards packaging with renewable alternatives and more.
By Lauren Manning • March 11, 2019 -
Whole Foods denies cutting employee hours
The response followed a report by The Guardian that the chain has reduced workers' hours after increasing wages in November.
By Krishna Thakker • March 11, 2019 -
Kroger exploring health care venture, CEO says
The grocer joins a growing list of retailers evaluating the space as companies seek additional revenue streams.
By Jessica Dumont • March 08, 2019 -
Costco raises wages as Q2 earnings beat estimates
The retailer announced earnings grew 27% year-over-year and increased its minimum wage to $15 an hour to combat a tight labor market.
By Krishna Thakker • March 08, 2019 -
Kroger Q4 revenue, profits plummet
The company's gross margin dropped 93 basis points, casting doubt on its improved forecast this year and long-term growth.
By Jeff Wells , Krishna Thakker • March 07, 2019 -
Amazon to discontinue pop-up shops
The decision to close the locations, many of which were located inside Whole Foods stores, comes as the e-commerce giant plans to expand its 4-star and Go locations, according to The Wall Street Journal.
By Dan O'Shea • March 07, 2019 -
Food Lion to remodel 92 stores across South Carolina
In its fifth year of a brand-wide makeover, the retailer will invest $158 million to revamp locations — from new layouts to additional product offerings.
By Lauren Manning • March 06, 2019 -
FreshDirect expands suburban delivery and same-day service
The e-grocer will serve additional markets around Washington, D.C. and Connecticut, and announced a new speedy delivery service three years after launching FoodKick.
By Krishna Thakker • March 06, 2019
