Amazon profits miss as expenses surge

The e-tailer's retail offerings performed well leading up to Prime Day while physical store sales — the majority of which are Whole Foods — remained flat.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2019

Grocery beauty and personal care aisles are stocked with opportunity

For companies that want to cash in, however, standing out against online retailers and specialists like Ulta Beauty poses a considerable challenge.

By Krishna Thakker • July 25, 2019

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Publix Pharmacy adds services in South Carolina

The partnership with Beaufort Memorial Hospital is the latest healthcare integration for the retailer as it seeks to deepen loyalty in pharmacy and grocery.

By Lauren Manning • July 25, 2019

Albertsons' new CEO encouraged, wants to elevate performance

On the company's Q1 earnings call, Vivek Sankaran touted a sixth straight quarterly increase in same-store sales while pointing to the importance of technology and store updates.

By Jessica Dumont • July 24, 2019

Boxed names former Amazon exec as president

The online retailer has revamped its leadership ranks as it looks beyond retail into B2B services and technology.

By Lauren Manning • July 24, 2019

Proposed rule could cut SNAP benefits for 3M people

The USDA wants to close a "loophole" that it claims allows states to bypass eligibility requirements and misuse the program. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 24, 2019

Weis 2 Go expands to 61 additional stores

The retailer will now offer pickup and delivery at 150 stores across seven states as it continues to advance technology and increase online sales. 

By Krishna Thakker • July 24, 2019

Wakefern will test micro-fulfillment for 10 stores

Cooperative member ShopRite along with Takeoff Technologies opened an automated mini-warehouse in Clifton, New Jersey earlier this month.

By Jeff Wells • July 23, 2019

Kroger names ad agency of record

DDB New York is charged with building a "stronger brand identity" for the grocer and supporting its evolution as an omnichannel retailer.

By Jeff Wells • July 22, 2019

Kroger unveils data analytics tool for CPG partners

Called Stratum, the platform will help brands tap into a range of data-driven insights and will boost Kroger's in-house marketing efforts.

By Lauren Manning • July 22, 2019

Walmart restructures supply chain team in omnichannel push

The change brings distribution, fulfillment and transportation under one umbrella in the retailer's latest move toward integrated digital and store operations.

By Shefali Kapadia • July 22, 2019

New details emerge on Amazon Go store rumored to be largest yet

The 10,400-square-foot space in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood has all the telltale signs of the tech-first store, according to Bloomberg and local reports.

By Jeff Wells • July 19, 2019

Albertsons is testing a delivery subscription service

The grocer joins a growing number of companies offering an unlimited delivery option to secure loyalty and drive purchase frequency.

By Jeff Wells • July 18, 2019

Plant-based food market value hits $4.5B, with sales growing 11% in the last year

Data from The Good Food Institute and the Plant Based Foods Association shows the alternative products grew five times faster than the entire market.

By Cathy Siegner • July 18, 2019

Ahold Delhaize is building a fresh foods processing facility

The Rhode Island-based facility will supply prepared foods and value-added items to Hannaford and Stop & Shop banners in the region.

By Lauren Manning • July 18, 2019

Was Prime Day a grocery win for Amazon? Four experts weigh in

The company along with Whole Foods ran a slew of online and in-store promotions, though the ultimate measure of success may be a record number of Prime membership signups.

By Jessica Dumont • July 18, 2019

Blue Apron adds Beyond Meat to meal kit menu

The meal kit company's stock surged 53% following the announcement after several months of lackluster performance.

By Lauren Manning • July 17, 2019

Grocers piggyback on Prime Day

Across the U.S., retailers are taking direct shots at Amazon with their own sales, deals and discounts to boost their bottom lines.

By Jessica Dumont • July 16, 2019

Analysts are a 'go' for Grocery Outlet stock

The discount grocer's unique model, stable business performance and memorable shopping experience point to long-term success, according to reports from Jefferies and Cowen.

By Lauren Manning • July 16, 2019

Lunds & Byerlys exits the pharmacy business

Once seen as a benefit, pharmacies are now a bust for some grocery chains as fees increase and reimbursement rates drop. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 15, 2019

Food 4 Less, Smart FoodService join the food delivery fight

Shipt will provide same-day delivery for Smart Foodservice Warehouses, while Food 4 Less has tapped Instacart.

By Lauren Manning • July 15, 2019

Costco's Kirkland products appear on Amazon

The online retailer sells many products from the club store's private label line including snacks, clothing and vitamins, but is charging a higher price. 

By Krishna Thakker • July 12, 2019

Publix, Wegmans are tops for young workers

The two grocers have made Fortune's "100 Best Workplaces For Millennials" list four years in a row for their strong cultures, opportunities for growth, benefits and employee appreciation.

By Jessica Dumont • July 12, 2019

Whole Foods trials another meal kit line

The grocer is adding kits from Ayesha Curry's Homemade brand in two California locations, featuring recipes like honey-lime chicken and baked penne primavera.

By Lauren Manning • July 12, 2019

Kroger targets Atlanta for its next automated fulfillment center

The grocer’s fourth Ocado-powered automated warehouse will open just south of the city in 2021.

By Jeff Wells • July 11, 2019