Wealthy shoppers are heading to dollar stores

Inflation pushed dollar stores to expand their price points. Higher income shoppers, pressured by the same headwind, came along for the ride.

By Dani James • March 23, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Regional grocers hustle to keep pace with national competitors

Smaller food retailers dominated the grocery industry news cycle this week, making headlines for flashy tech innovations, M&A moves and executive promotions. 

By Grocery Dive Staff • March 20, 2026

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UNFI to shutter Wisconsin distribution center, cut 443 jobs

The grocery wholesaler said the closure is related to an effort to transition service to a facility near Chicago where it is adding automated capabilities.

By Sam Silverstein • March 19, 2026

Walmart to test faster renovation process for Neighborhood Markets

The retailer intends to take several stores out of service for about a month for upgrades instead of doing construction in phases over a longer period.

By Sam Silverstein • March 18, 2026

Publix did not overcharge customers, court rules

A judge dismissed a class-action lawsuit alleging the grocer’s point-of-sale system inaccurately weighed on-sale items.

By Peyton Bigora • March 18, 2026

Brookshire Brothers makes 4 top-level promotions

The Texas-based supermarket chain named a new CFO and chief operating officer as part of the executive shuffle.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 18, 2026

Ahold Delhaize appoints new head of private label

The company promoted Abby Cook to senior vice president of its new Own Brands division.

By Peyton Bigora • March 16, 2026

Heritage Grocers names new CEO

The Hispanic grocery company has been without a CEO since last July, when Suzy Monford stepped down. 

By Peyton Bigora , Sam Silverstein • Updated March 13, 2026

USDA faces lawsuit challenging state SNAP waivers

The consumers behind the lawsuit claim that the food restrictions in their five states violate federal law and hurt both shoppers and retailers. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 13, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Which competitor does Publix watch the closest?

Representatives from the grocer and data firm Dunnhumby say regional players shouldn't only monitor Walmart and discount retailers.

By Grocery Dive Staff • March 13, 2026

Whole Foods to double UK footprint

The Amazon-owned specialty grocer is taking its Daily Shop format across the Atlantic as part of its plan to open six locations across London.

By Peyton Bigora • March 12, 2026

Kroger plans to shutter 50 Little Clinics

The move to close around a quarter of its Little Clinics comes shortly after the company confirmed that it would close all of its clinic sites in Georgia.

By Peyton Bigora • March 12, 2026

Target reduces prices on 3K products to draw in busy families

The seasonal price drops include a selection of baby products, as the retailer aims to attract a demographic it lost sight of.

By Dani James • March 11, 2026

Publix to end mobile payment tool

The grocer is discontinuing Publix Pay, but its stores will continue to accept Apple Pay and Google Pay.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2026

Kroger and new CEO Greg Foran outline 5 growth priorities

E-commerce, pricing and store investments are some of the top areas of focus, the grocer’s top executives recently told investors.

By Sam Silverstein , Catherine Douglas Moran • March 10, 2026

Mapping Grocery Outlet’s 36 store closures

After admitting it expanded too quickly, the discounter is shuttering three dozen stores. Here’s where they’re located.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 10, 2026

Tom Thumb continues to move into North Texas

The Albertsons banner has opened its third store in the area since December and has a fourth on the way.

By Peyton Bigora • March 10, 2026

Aldi begins renovations on newly acquired Florida distribution center

The site, which is expected to open in 2027, will support rapidly expanding operations in a state where the grocer plans to open more than 75 stores this year.

By Peyton Bigora • March 9, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Grocery Outlet’s ‘unacceptable’ Q4 is a lesson in staying focused on price

As the discount grocer rapidly expanded and broadened its assortment, it took its eye off consumer value perception.  

By Grocery Dive Staff • Updated March 6, 2026

Kroger names 84.51° chief to oversee AI efforts

Milen Mahadevan, president of the grocer’s analytics subsidiary, will lead the company’s efforts to adopt agentic capabilities in the newly created role of chief data and AI officer.

By Sam Silverstein • March 6, 2026

New Kroger CEO wants to accelerate turnaround

The company will focus on improving the store experience and cutting prices as it strives to grow faster, said Greg Foran, who recently took over as the grocer’s chief executive.

By Sam Silverstein • March 5, 2026

USDA approves SNAP waivers for 4 more states

The department also said a forthcoming rule will make inventory requirements stricter for retailers that want to accept SNAP benefits. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 5, 2026

Grocery Outlet closing 36 stores

The discounter decided to shutter the stores — 24 of which are on the East Coast — after realizing it “expanded too quickly,” CEO and President Jason Potter told investors.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated March 4, 2026

Kroger hit with 2 lawsuits over e-commerce role classification

The grocer improperly said its e-commerce manager position was exempt from federal and state overtime pay requirements, the class action suits allege.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 4, 2026

Brookshire’s long-time CEO retires

Brad Brookshire, grandson of the grocer’s founder, is stepping down after nearly a half-century with the company.

By Peyton Bigora • March 3, 2026