Kroger reports higher ID sales but adjusts Restock profit outlook

The grocer saw its strongest same-store sales in nearly two years in Q2, but CEO Rodney McMullen said it no longer expects to achieve $400 million in incremental profit by 2020.

By Jeff Wells , Krishna Thakker • Sept. 12, 2019

Albertsons names new chief merchandising officer

Geoff White most recently presided over the retailer's Own Brands business, where he helped launch the company's Signature Reserve Line and increased private label penetration.

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 11, 2019

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Dueling discounters: Aldi, Lidl open New Jersey stores on the same day

Lidl moved up the opening of its Lacey, New Jersey store by two days and increased its giveaways to avoid being upstaged by the Aldi opening just down the road.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 11, 2019

From the desk of Shipt CEO Kelly Caruso

Shipt CEO Kelly Caruso reflects on her first 6 months at the company and what it takes to succeed in the same-day delivery space.

By Kelly Caruso, Shipt CEO • Sept. 10, 2019

At long last, Kroger's downtown Cincinnati store set to open

The highly anticipated store, which opens this month after more than a decade in the works, features a 100-seat food hall and emphasizes fresh and prepared foods.

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 10, 2019

Small wonders: How grocers are trying to get scaled-down stores just right

Retailers are forging ahead with bold new formats that can go where their legacy stores can't. Can they roll out quickly enough to make an impact?

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 10, 2019

Target taking free loyalty program nationwide

The mass merchant said 2 million customers have signed up for Target Circle in pilot cities since 2018. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 9, 2019

Southern California grocers and unions reach tentative deal

The United Food and Commercial Workers Union said it will recommend its members vote "yes" on the agreement this week, with results coming Thursday.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 9, 2019

Hy-Vee invests $90M in Kansas and Missouri

The grocer will remodel 14 stores and is also opening a new fulfillment center in Kansas City, Missouri this fall. 

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 9, 2019

Ahold Delhaize CFO to step down in 2020

Jeff Carr will assist the company in finding a successor before his current term expires next April. 

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 9, 2019

Cooks Venture secures $12M in venture funding

Launched by former Blue Apron COO Matthew Wadiak, the online poultry company will use the funding to improve its regenerative agriculture practices.

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 6, 2019

Favor hires new chief marketing officer

The H-E-B-owned delivery company has tapped Fernando Trueba to accelerate brand growth and lead its promotional strategy. 

By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 5, 2019

Home Chef heads to college

The company has partnered with university food service provider Aramark to include its kits in university meal plans on 25 campuses. 

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 5, 2019

ShopRite launches family meals campaign

Free cookbooks, cooking classes and in-store events are part of the month-long promotion, which runs in conjunction with the Food Marketing Institute's National Family Meals Month.

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 5, 2019

Kroger launches plant-based collection

The retailer is expanding its Simple Truth line to include products like meatless burger patties and grinds along with plant-based cookie dough, pasta sauces and sausages.

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 5, 2019

Giant looks to star power in the cereal aisle

As cereal sales have slumped in recent years, retailers continue to tap celebrity endorsements, which can boost sales an average of 4%.

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 4, 2019

Inside the store: Alltown Fresh opens in Connecticut

The convenience market's newest location emphasizes local produce, made-to-order meals and an extensive beverage selection. 

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 4, 2019

Whole Foods may open new concept in Virginia

A Fairfax site formerly slated for a 365 location will become one of two stores under a new format the retailer has planned, a city official told the Washington Business Journal.

By Lauren Manning • Sept. 3, 2019

Grocers in southeast brace for Hurricane Dorian

Publix, Walmart and Winn-Dixie have all adjusted operating hours or closed stores to ensure customer and employee safety ahead of the storm. 

By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 3, 2019

In challenge to CVS, Walmart to pilot healthcare store concept

The retail giant already runs several clinics and is positioned well to expand its services at a time when Americans face mounting medical costs.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 30, 2019

Icing on the cake: Walmart bakery adds online ordering

The retailer now accepts digital orders for custom cakes and expanded its assortment to include premium cupcakes, tiered cakes and "smash" cakes. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 30, 2019

Plant-based Taiwanese grocer opens 2nd US location

VegeFarm, which sells more than 300 prepared and frozen plant-based products, now has another California store, with plans for one in Seattle.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 30, 2019

Stop & Shop to fill more than 1,000 positions

The retailer is hoping to improve in-store experience and provide better customer service with the new hires.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 30, 2019

Hannaford to offer paid parental leave

The company is adding the benefit in response to employee feedback and hopes it will help attract and retain workers in the tight labor market. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Aug. 29, 2019

Whole Foods prices down 2.5% from last year

The natural grocer has been on a pricing rollercoaster as Amazon attempts to shed the brand's hyper-premium image.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 29, 2019