What does it take to go compostable? PCC is finding out

The Seattle grocer plans to make all of its deli packaging compostable within three years, but getting there isn't easy.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 28, 2019

US retailers win big at international wine competition

Aldi, Costco and Trader Joe's won seven total top honors in the International Salute to Excellence Awards, a global competition for private label wines.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 28, 2019

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Boxed joins forces with Century 21

The online grocer has partnered with the New York-based department store to incorporate apparel and beauty into its product assortment.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 27, 2019

Whole Foods tops grocery ad spending in Q2

The grocer has spent much more under Amazon, promoting its price cuts and core departments in an effort to boost traffic.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 27, 2019

Lucky's Market to sell Kroger's Simple Truth products

The natural grocer, which has an investment from Kroger, tested sales of the private label brand earlier this year in Florida and Georgia. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 27, 2019

Instacart forges ahead as industry pressures mount

The leading e-commerce service says it's driving online engagement, but a recent report claims the service may hinder customer loyalty to grocers.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 27, 2019

Japanese supercenter retailer has big plans for the U.S.

Don Quijote's cluttered stores and bright signage have resonated overseas, and now its parent company is developing a new format for American consumers. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 26, 2019

Walmart launches private label skincare line

Earth to Skin offers clean beauty products for under $10, and could be a threat to Amazon's recent Belei brand.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 26, 2019

Giant launches pharmacy app

Users can request refills, transfer prescriptions, view pharmacy history and access a library of health information with the new tool.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 23, 2019

Amazon acquires stake in Indian grocer

The deal gives the company a 3.58% stake in India's Future Retail, the country's second largest retail chain with more than 1,500 stores. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 23, 2019

Stater Bros. unveils modern logo

To celebrate its 83rd birthday, the grocer unveiled a new logo and plans to refurbish 45 stores to offer a more modern shopping experience.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 22, 2019

How gourmet grocers can stay relevant

Their premium image has taken a hit as chains like Dean & DeLuca struggle and specialty goods have become widely available, but analysts say there's hope for these retailers. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 22, 2019

Supermarket pharmacies rank highest for customer satisfaction

A new survey from J.D. Power ranked Wegmans best overall with Publix second among grocers and Winn-Dixie trailing close behind. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 22, 2019

Target barrels through Q2 as key strategies pay off

The mass merchant beat expectations on sales, comps and profit, as omnichannel and private label investments bore fruit.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 21, 2019

On Special: Sprouts produce

Celery sales are booming in the Phoenix-based grocer's core category, while a focus on shopper education aims to deepen loyalty and spur demand.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 20, 2019

Kroger links up Gen Z favorite TikTok on back-to-school campaign

The shoppable video promotion features the #TransformUrDorm hashtag to help college students find new decorating ideas and products

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 20, 2019

SoCal unions turn up the pressure on grocers

United Food and Commercial Workers members are turning to more public tactics as they fight with Ralphs, Vons and Albertsons for higher wages and better benefits. 

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 19, 2019

Kroger expands Express store pilot with Walgreens

The grocer will put mini stores inside 35 Walgreens in Knoxville, Tennessee while the drug retailer’s health and beauty brands will hit select Kroger locations in the same market.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 19, 2019

Target launches Good & Gather grocery brand

The retailer's largest store brand unveiling to date will be available in stores and online next month and will replace its existing Simply Balanced and Archer Farms lines. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 19, 2019

Giant breaks ground on urban flagship in Philadelphia

The two-story location takes inspiration from Giant Heirloom Market and will support the banner's continued investment in the city.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 15, 2019

BrightFarms names new CEO to lead expansion

Founder Paul Lightfoot will maintain the role of president of the company as it continues to scale nationally. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Aug. 15, 2019

Instacart makes further inroads with Walmart

The e-commerce provider now handles same-day grocery delivery from nearly 200 of Walmart Canada's 400 locations.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 15, 2019

Walmart sets pace for competitors with strong Q2

The quarter vindicated Walmart's investments in omnichannel capabilities and digital sales as U.S. comps rose 2.8%.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 15, 2019

Meet the multi-format store

Denver's Choice Market is a c-store, grocer and fast-casual restaurant that does nearly a third of its business online — and it has big growth plans.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 14, 2019

Walmart has more online customers than Instacart, report says

The retailer had 62% more users for its online grocery services in June, according to research from data company Second Measure. 

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 14, 2019