Costco surpasses Amazon in customer satisfaction survey

The club retailer's investments in online shopping are paying off, according to the latest American Consumer Satisfaction Index report, while numerous supermarket chains saw their scores decline. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 27, 2019

Schnucks kicks off alcohol delivery in Missouri and Illinois

More grocers are navigating local liquor laws and tapping into the niche but growing e-commerce channel.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 27, 2019

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Grocery loyalty

Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

By Grocery Dive staff

Hy-Vee makes another pharmacy acquisition

The grocer has acquired 10 Weber & Judd locations in Minnesota, following its pickup of six Shopko pharmacies earlier this month.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 26, 2019

As robots invade the grocery aisle, a promising but uncertain future awaits

Automating everything from stock checks to floor scrubbing can save retailers money, but even cute googly-eyed robots have their detractors.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 26, 2019

Whole Foods to re-brand existing 365 stores: report

The retailer is planning to change all of its small-scale banner locations to regular stores by the end of the year, according to Yahoo Finance. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 26, 2019

How effective are soda taxes in reducing consumption of sugary drinks?

Four years after the first tax was implemented, researchers are looking to see if the extra charges were effective over the long term.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 25, 2019

Albertsons boosts tech-focused partnership with Microsoft

The grocer, which joins Kroger in partnering with the tech company, plans "frictionless" shopping as Amazon continues to set the bar for industry technology.

By Samantha Schwartz , Lauren Manning • Feb. 25, 2019

Wegmans plans to expand to Delaware

A proposed 115,000-square-foot location near Wilmington would be the grocer's first store in the state. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 25, 2019

Stop & Shop employee union authorizes strike

Members of United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1445, representing 10,000 employees, approved the measure as talks between the grocer and unions continue this week.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 25, 2019

Southeastern Grocers will close 22 stores

These include 13 Bi-Lo, seven Winn-Dixie and two Harveys Supermarkets across four states. The company plans to shutter the locations on or before March 25.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 22, 2019

Target expands private label wine collection

The retailer is hoping to compete with other grocers in the popular "super affordable" wine segment as millennials drive sales.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 22, 2019

Sprouts executives pleased with growth in e-commerce and store brands

The natural grocer attributed positive Q4 results to same-store sales and new store performance, but 2019 guidance missed investors' expectations.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 22, 2019

Nielsen and NPD team up to track omnichannel shopping

The companies say they'll combine strengths to create an "omnishopper panel" that measures in-store and online sales across categories.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 21, 2019

SpartanNash misses Q4 expectations

A previously disclosed non-cash charge, higher transportation and warehousing costs along with the recent romaine lettuce recall negatively impacted results, the company said.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 21, 2019

Walmart's ASDA sale hits a roadblock

U.K regulators issued a warning over the deal, citing competitive concerns, while Walmart and Sainsbury criticized the decision as out of touch with the current retail landscape.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 21, 2019

Boxed CEO sees 2019 as a 'breakout year'

From warehouse technology to a greater focus on fresh foods, Chieh Huang says he wants to balance legacy strengths with emerging business opportunities.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 20, 2019

WinCo set to debut in Montana

The discount chain will open locations in Helena and Billings next month, expanding its presence to 10 states throughout the western U.S.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 20, 2019

Wegmans enacts two-week price cuts to help SNAP recipients

The grocer is discounting staple items as the ripple effects of the government shutdown create a gap in benefits.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 20, 2019

Walmart e-commerce sales grow 43%

The big-box retailer is seeing more customers using its online grocery services and larger basket sizes. 

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 19, 2019

Costco explores farming prospects in Hawaii

Setting up shop on the island state would help the retailer cut down on import costs while providing a greater range of local food products, but farmers may not welcome corporate-scale competition.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 19, 2019

Amazon Go secures space in the heart of London

The retailer has closed the deal on its first location outside of the U.S., bringing its cashier-free store to compete against Tesco and Sainsbury's. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 15, 2019

Kroger seeks its first creative agency

The grocer has sent out a request for information to various creative houses as it looks to disrupt its marketing approach. 

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 15, 2019

Pathmark poised for a comeback with new Brooklyn store

New owner PSK Supermarkets, which purchased the Pathmark name in 2016, will open the location in late March or early April. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Feb. 15, 2019

Jet to sell direct from NYC's Fulton Fish Market

The retailer hopes to take on FreshDirect and Amazon by offering local, sustainably sourced seafood with same-day delivery.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 15, 2019

Grocers aim to capture more advertising dollars from CPGs

As low-margin supermarkets continue to invest in store technology and e-commerce, ad sales leveraging the data they collect can be a vital source of revenue.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 14, 2019