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.

By Sam Silverstein • May 19, 2020

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.

By Jeff Wells • May 19, 2020

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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. 

By Krishna Thakker • May 18, 2020

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.

By Jessica Dumont • May 18, 2020

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.

By Jessica Dumont • May 15, 2020

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.

By Jeff Wells • May 15, 2020

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.

By Sam Silverstein • May 15, 2020

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. 

By Krishna Thakker • May 14, 2020

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.

By Jeff Wells • May 14, 2020

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.

By Jessica Dumont • May 14, 2020

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.

By Krishna Thakker • May 14, 2020

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.

By Sam Silverstein • May 14, 2020

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. 

By Jessica Dumont • May 13, 2020

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.

By Jeff Wells • May 13, 2020

Will Trump's executive order expanding fishing help the seafood industry catch needed profits?

The move, which also provides $300 million in aid, is an effort to help seafood suppliers and has drawn support from fisheries, but environmental groups are criticizing it.

By Jessi Devenyns • May 12, 2020

Webvan's founder is launching another online grocery business

Louis Borders' e-grocery company failed nearly twenty years ago, but that didn't dampen his ambition. Now he's back, and with an army of robots behind him.

By Jeff Wells • May 12, 2020

Smart & Final rolls out tech-enhanced checkout lines

The company will route shoppers into a socially distanced single line, where a digital screen will point them to the appropriate check stand.

By Jessica Dumont • May 12, 2020

Grocery Outlet posts strong Q1 sales

Company executives said growth has continued during the second quarter, as customers are spending more per trip even though store traffic remains below normal.

By Sam Silverstein • May 12, 2020

How companies are helping vulnerable shoppers

A growing number of retailers and service providers are concluding that dedicating store hours for pregnant, elderly, disabled and other at-risk shoppers is not enough.

By Krishna Thakker • May 11, 2020

Shipt launches digital coupons for shoppers

The grocery e-commerce provider will allow customers to redeem coupons from national advertisers when placing online orders for pickup and delivery.

By Sam Silverstein • May 11, 2020

Albertsons adds live chat to online platform

The grocer is counting on digital assistance to boost online customer service and offer more efficiency for e-commerce customers. 

By Jessica Dumont • May 7, 2020

Ahold Delhaize steps up e-commerce expansion as digital sales surge

The company said it will accelerate openings for home delivery warehouses and click-and-collect points as U.S. sales in the channel grew 42% in Q1.

By Jeff Wells • May 7, 2020

Positive messages are key to promoting social distancing, study finds

Signs that emphasize doing the right thing are more effective at changing shopper behavior than those that focus on stopping harmful activity, according to research involving 4,200 people.

By Sam Silverstein • May 7, 2020

Costco's sales pinched by safety restrictions

The retailer said mandatory social distancing measures, stay-at-home orders and the closure of some of its stores decreased April traffic and sales.

By Krishna Thakker • May 7, 2020

Hy-Vee adds two-hour 'express' pickup service

The new program, which charges $10 per order, comes as the grocer continues to add pickup slots as well as new products to its Aisles Online platform. 

By Jessica Dumont • May 7, 2020