Costco again 'rising to the retail challenge'

Numbers are up across the board for the company, and not even tariffs are dampening analysts' enthusiasm for one of the most consistent players in retail.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 31, 2019

Walmart sues poultry companies for price fixing

The complaint alleges that Pilgrim's Pride, Koch Foods and 28 other producers intentionally limited flock sizes and conspired to drive up wholesale prices.

By Lauren Manning • May 30, 2019

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California expands food assistance

The increase in the Golden State's CalFresh enrollment could mean increased revenue for retailers, from big box stores to local specialty shops.

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 30, 2019

Dollar store profits bounce back in Q1, but tariffs are a wildcard

Dollar General and Dollar Tree reported gains as they tinkered with stores and assortments, but management projections don't account for proposed duties. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 30, 2019

Peapod links up with food writer Mark Bittman

The partnership includes shoppable recipes from Bittman's new cookbook and a Vietnamese-inspired meal kit.

By Lauren Manning • May 29, 2019

Kroger makes health investments for customers and employees

A new partnership will offer Harris Teeter employees in Charlotte, North Carolina, access to primary care services while Roundy's Supermarkets will get new health screening kiosks in the Midwest.

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 29, 2019

Wegmans and other grocers scale back on-site childcare

Wegmans reports declining demand for its Wkids centers and will instead encourage parents to take advantage of family-focused programming, from movie nights to cooking classes. 

By Jessica Dumont • May 29, 2019

Walmart names Amazon, Microsoft veteran as CTO

Suresh Kumar held various positions overseeing Amazon's retail systems technology and most recently led display, video, app ads and analytics at Google.

By Samantha Schwartz • May 28, 2019

BJ's sets its sights on grocery

After shifts to health and beauty, the retailer's CEO Christopher Baldwin said during an earnings call that it plans to double down on the segment, particularly perishable goods. 

By Lauren Manning • May 24, 2019

Walmart's grocery pickup is reaching new, high-value shoppers

According to recent research, the service is appealing to young, affluent parents, including many who have never shopped with the retailer before.

By Krishna Thakker • May 24, 2019

DoorDash secures $600M in another major funding round

The food delivery company’s valuation is now $12.6 billion thanks to an investment streak beginning in August of last year. 

By Alicia Kelso • May 24, 2019

Stop & Shop kicks off a food truck tour

The grocer is teaming up with the popular food writer Lisa Lillien on the promotion, which will bring product samples, recipes and special promotions to 200 stores.  

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 24, 2019

Raley's private label chicken goes 100% antibiotic-free

The retailer's cage-free birds will also have no added hormones or preservatives and be packaged in recyclable materials.

By Lauren Manning • May 23, 2019

Plastics industry pushes back on bag bans

Representatives say reusable alternatives to straws and bags, often made of cotton or palm oil, may be more harmful to the environment and more expensive. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 23, 2019

Uber's grocery delivery business now has a home

An engineering hub in Toronto will play a "pivotal role" in the still-developing effort, according to the company, including product development and go-to-market strategy.

By Krishna Thakker • May 23, 2019

Albertsons continues to build private label momentum

The grocer's Signature Select line now has an updated logo and more than 300 new products set to be released this year.

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 23, 2019

Target grabs share as Q1 sales spike 5%

The mass merchant's digital sales boomed during the quarter, growing more than 40% as customers flocked to its same-day fulfillment services.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 22, 2019

Meal kit maker Purple Carrot sold to Japanese e-grocer

The deal includes a $12.8 million upfront payment plus $17 million if Purple Carrot hits unspecified earnings goals over the next three years, according to the companies.

By Jeff Wells • May 22, 2019

Kroger launches reusable packaging program with Loop

Shoppers in four states and Washington, D.C. can sign up to purchase products online from leading manufacturers that come in refillable glass and metal containers.

By Lauren Manning • May 22, 2019

Plant-based meat sizzles as brands eye grocery store shelves

As Impossible Foods and Before the Butcher gear up for their retail debuts, Beyond Meat’s first-mover advantage in supermarkets may be threatened.

By Emma Liem Beckett • May 21, 2019

Whole Foods bans plastic straws

The grocer has also introduced smaller bags in the produce department and will replace rotisserie chicken containers with bags that use less plastic.

By Lauren Manning • May 21, 2019

SpartanNash invests $18.3M in Family Fare re-brand

With two consecutive quarters missing expectations, the grocer-wholesaler is giving the banner a boost with a new look and improved offerings at 18 locations.

By Jessica Dumont • May 21, 2019

Lidl releases next wave of East Coast openings

The discounter will open 25 new East Coast stores over the next year and plans to have more than 100 locations operating by the end of 2020.

By Jessica Dumont • May 17, 2019

Schnucks to reward shoppers chain-wide

The Midwest grocer first introduced the app-based loyalty program last summer and has continued to upgrade and expand it for all customers.

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 17, 2019

Walmart posts best US comps in 9 years

The online giant posted e-commerce growth in the U.S. of 37% and overall comp sales growth of 3.4% as investments begin to pay off.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 16, 2019