Corporate
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Retailers brace for busy weekend as February SNAP benefits come early
Despite the federal shutdown, states can disperse next month's $4.8 billion worth of SNAP benefits until Jan. 20, leaving many grocers stocking up in preparation for the rush.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 15, 2019
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Hy-Vee rolls out WW Fresh quick-prep meals in 200 stores
New two-person offerings like a lemon, chicken and kale salad come pre-chopped and pre-cooked, and range from $14 to $20.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 15, 2019
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Whole Foods to shutter 365 store format: report
In a letter to employees, founder John Mackey said the separate brand is unnecessary due to price investments being made by Amazon.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 14, 2019
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Ahold Delhaize expands in-store robot use to 500 Giant/Martin's and Stop & Shop locations
The Netherlands-based grocery giant will start deploying the technology in these stores during the early part of 2019, while other banners will continue to test the autonomous devices.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2019
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Kroger and Walmart outline digital transformations
Walmart plans to hire 2,000 tech workers this year while Kroger has positioned itself for growth through various partnerships and innovations, CEO Rodney McMullen said at the National Retail Federation's Big Show in New York.
By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 14, 2019
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Albertsons reports strongest ID sales growth in more than 2 years
Same-store sales for the retailer grew 1.9% for the quarter ended Dec. 1 while its e-commerce business grew 73%.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 14, 2019
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Supreme Court to consider if SNAP sales data should be public
The appeal by the Food Marketing Institute follows a circuit court ruling last year that the data should be made available under the Freedom of Information Act.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 14, 2019
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Target shuffles C-suite
Most notably, the mass merchant's CFO will retire once a successor is named, and its Food & Beverage category has a new leader.
By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 11, 2019
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Natural Grocers sharpens its positioning as a health resource
The company's six-week Keto Reset Program includes classes and product specials centered around the popular diet.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 11, 2019
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Giant Heirloom Market readies for its Philadelphia opening
The 9,500-square-foot store will feature local foods, a produce chef and an "endless aisle" that allows shoppers to order anything that's not in-store for next-day delivery.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 11, 2019
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Survey: Trader Joe's is once again the top grocery retailer
For the second year in a row, the grocer ranked first on dunnhumby's annual Retailer Preference Index, receiving high marks for its private label products, small format stores and customer service.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 10, 2019
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ColumnPardon the Disruption: Can Kroger's 'connected store' connect with shoppers?
A tour of one of the company’s new futuristic locations in suburban Seattle reveals a trove of technology enhancements, from digital shelves to a new "guided shopping" tool.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 10, 2019
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Ahold Delhaize appoints McDonald's vet as chief digital officer
Farhan Siddiqi led digital strategy at the fast-food company and helped launch mobile commerce, including self-service kiosks, in 20,000 restaurants.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 09, 2019
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Is Amazon considering a fresh meal delivery division?
A quickly removed job listing for a team leader to oversee what the company called a “new perishable food platform" started speculation about the move, which could launch it into a new, highly competitive category.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 08, 2019
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Can Kroger make money selling tech to other retailers?
The grocer has teamed up with Microsoft to develop digital shelves, inventory management programs and other systems it will roll out to its own stores and offer to other companies.
By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 08, 2019
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Deep DiveSmartphones to store transformations: 6 grocery trends to watch in 2019
Experts say retailers will continue to remake the shopping experience this year with investments in key areas like delivery, mobile innovation and creative partnerships.
By Jeff Wells , Krishna Thakker • Jan. 07, 2019
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Starboard urges Dollar Tree to unload Family Dollar
Family Dollar has been a drag on its parent since its 2015 acquisition, but a sale may mostly benefit investors, analysts say.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 07, 2019
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Amazon Go could reach $4B by 2021, report says
RBC Capital Markets analysts also estimate the average order is about $10 and that each cashier-free store sees around 550 visitors a day.
By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 06, 2019
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Publix takes culinary education online
The Florida-based retailer will offer its first e-cooking class next week through its Aprons Cooking School program, with more courses to follow in February and March.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 04, 2019
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Stop & Shop to acquire Long Island's King Kullen chain
The 37-store acquisition will beef up the Ahold Delhaize banner's presence on Long Island, and follows close behind Lidl's pickup of Best Market stores in the hotly contested region.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 04, 2019
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Hannaford puts tech to the test at digital concept store
Touchscreens, shelf sensors and tablets are just a few of the features the northeast grocer is testing in the health and beauty section of a Portland, Maine location.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 04, 2019
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Report: Grocers could lose up to $700B to alternative channels by 2026
Consulting firm McKinsey suggests that as many as half of conventional grocery stores could meet their demise in the coming years as the industry continues to evolve.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 03, 2019
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As other retailers struggle to find truck drivers, Walmart is on a hiring spree
The retailer is doubling down on its efforts to attract drivers and reportedly hired 1,400 new ones last year, according to Yahoo Finance.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 03, 2019
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The new year brings a wave of minimum wage increases
Nineteen states and 21 cities have raised base pay for workers, with some jurisdictions meeting or exceeding $15 an hour.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 03, 2019
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WSJ: Amazon will build more Whole Foods stores
Suburban areas will be the main target for store growth as the grocer aims to make its Prime Now pickup and delivery services available to more shoppers.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 02, 2019