Corporate Operations


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    Ahold Delhaize names new Food Lion president

    Greg Finchum, the banner’s executive vice president of retail operations, will assume the top role in May 2025.

    By , Updated 14 hours ago
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    Amazon’s top grocery moves in 2024

    From digital updates to reigniting Amazon Fresh store openings, the e-tailer giant continued to push ahead with its grocery strategy.

    By Dec. 13, 2024
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    Retail media

    Grocers of all sizes are continuing to test the bounds of digital retail media capabilities through the launch of new capabilities and third-party partnerships.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    The Friday Checkout: What will rise from the ashes of the Kroger-Albertsons tie-up?

    The spectacular flameout of the grocers’ merger plan has created the conditions for a tantalizing round of M&A activity in the months to come.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Dec. 13, 2024
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    Kroger and Albertsons look ahead after merger deal collapses

    The grocers both signaled that they are in strong financial shape and said they would devote billions of dollars to repurchase shares from investors.

    By Dec. 12, 2024
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    Kroger and Albertsons’ alleged collusion in Colorado remains a focus for state’s AG

    The state’s top law enforcement officer is awaiting a ruling over his suit claiming the grocers illegally cooperated during a 2022 King Soopers strike.

    By Dec. 12, 2024
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    Pardon the Disruption: 5 takeaways from the latest twists in the Kroger-Albertsons saga

    After two courts struck down the merger, the grocers turned against each other, opening a stunning new chapter.

    By Dec. 12, 2024
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    Albertsons sues Kroger over failed merger

    Albertsons has terminated the companies’ merger agreement, alleging Kroger did not offer an adequate divestiture package and repeatedly ignored regulators’ concerns.

    By , Updated Dec. 11, 2024
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    Kroger-Albertsons merger dealt another blow in Washington state

    A state judge on Tuesday granted an injunction blocking the grocers’ combination.

    By , , Updated Dec. 10, 2024
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    Outfox Hospitality faces $3.8M in labor penalties

    The Illinois Department of Labor seeks back wages from the bankrupt retailer and its subsidiaries for failing to give workers 60 days’ notice before they were laid off.

    By Jessica Loder • Dec. 10, 2024
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    UNFI reports improved results as turnaround effort gains steam

    The grocery retailer and wholesaler said Tuesday that its Q1 sales rose more than 4% year-over-year and adjusted EBITDA earnings increased nearly 15%.

    By Dec. 10, 2024
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    Schnuck Markets names new chief data and information officer

    The grocery chain promoted Tom Henry to succeed Bob Hardester, who is retiring later this month.

    By Dec. 10, 2024
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    IGA buys media company to streamline in-store promotions

    The acquisition of Inmar’s Scanner Applications aims to help independents offer on-shelf deals.

    By Dec. 10, 2024
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    Sam’s Club says customer input on private label is key

    The Walmart-owned club retailer is deepening its shopper feedback channel as it evolves its merchandising strategy, its chief merchant said.

    By Dec. 9, 2024
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    Inside the store: T&T Supermarket serves up a supersized Asian culinary experience

    Shoppers braved long wait times to see the Loblaw-owned chain’s U.S. debut. Inside they found the huge store brimming with unique items and fresh foods.

    By Dec. 9, 2024
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    The Friday Checkout: Is Kroger looking past its deal with Albertsons?

    Kroger’s CEO told investors this week that it doesn’t need to merge with its rival to grow. Could that mean the company thinks the deal won’t go through?

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Dec. 6, 2024
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    Food Lion’s president retiring in 2025

    Meg Ham plans to leave the Ahold Delhaize banner on May 2, 2025, after more than 35 years with the company.

    By , Dec. 5, 2024
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    Kroger is prepared to go it alone if Albertsons deal falls through, chief executive says

    “We’ve always made sure that we don’t need to do mergers to make our business successful,” President and CEO Rodney McMullen told investors Thursday.

    By , Dec. 5, 2024
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    Dollar Tree CFO to step down next year

    While financial performance improved during Q3, the retailer now faces the additional challenge of searching for a new CEO and CFO.

    By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 4, 2024
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    UNFI laying off 121 workers as it presses ahead with cost-cutting drive

    The grocery retailer and wholesaler intends to eliminate the roles amid plans to move its corporate headquarters to a new space in Providence, Rhode Island.

    By Dec. 4, 2024
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    Kroger prepares to close out a bumpy 2024

    The grocer is finishing the year mired in uncertainty as its merger with Albertsons remains in question and it deals with challenges on multiple fronts.

    By Dec. 3, 2024
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    Ahold Delhaize delays move to cage-free eggs

    The grocer chain expects to fully transition to the more humane variety of the product in the U.S. by 2032 — seven years later than its previous target.

    By Dec. 3, 2024
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    Dollar General hires technology, distribution execs

    Tom Hutchins has been appointed senior vice president of technology, while Kevin Pinchon takes on a role as senior vice president of distribution.

    By Howard Ruben • Dec. 2, 2024
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    H-E-B bolstering Texas store fleet

    The chain recently started construction on two locations in the Dallas-Forth Worth region and unveiled plans for a new one in the greater Austin area.

    By Dec. 2, 2024
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    7 notable grocery executive changes from November

    Key C-suite moves last month included the arrival of new CFOs, a new CEO for Heritage Grocers and the announced departure of Kroger’s top merchant.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Dec. 2, 2024
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    Holiday basket builders: 5 strategies to pursue growth in grocery this season

    Boost sales and basket size this holiday season with these innovative merchandising strategies.

    By Lauren Kaudelka • Dec. 2, 2024