The Friday Checkout: Why Sprouts’ self-distribution expansion is timely

At a time of disruption in the distribution industry, the specialty grocer is taking control by expanding its in-sourcing of key categories like meat and seafood.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Aug. 1, 2025

Hannaford completes 6 store remodels

The updates included adding self-checkout registers, more grab-and-go foods and pharmacy consultation rooms.

By Jeff Wells • July 31, 2025

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Walmart reaches settlement with food waste tech company

The two sides struck a confidential deal a few months after a federal jury ordered the retailer to pay Zest Labs more than $222 million.

By Jeff Wells • July 30, 2025

Kroger continues executive shuffle with 4 appointments

The grocer named a PetSmart executive as its new head of sourcing and promoted leaders to oversee private label and two operating divisions.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 30, 2025

Hy-Vee expands retail media reach by joining consortium

The grocer has linked with Rippl, a retail media network for regional grocery and convenience stores.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 30, 2025

Kroger unifies retail media, consumer insights and loyalty marketing services

The consolidation comes in response to brands’ demand for broader growth strategies and more flexible media capabilities, the grocer said.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 30, 2025

California leads coalition suing Trump administration over SNAP data

The lawsuit alleges the USDA is illegally trying to gather personally identifiable information on program participants as part of the administration’s mass deportation efforts.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated July 29, 2025

Albertsons presses for details surrounding ex-Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen’s exit

Amid the grocers’ legal fight, Albertsons wants Kroger to share more information about McMullen’s alleged unethical conduct and whether it impacted their failed deal.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 29, 2025

How SNAP changes could impact grocers

Retailers are figuring out how to navigate new policies tightening participation in the food assistance program and restrictions certain states are implementing on which items customers can buy.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 29, 2025

KeHe opens new distribution center in Florida

The facility is larger than a former one nearby and includes dedicated rooms for ice cream and bulk items.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 28, 2025

The Friday Checkout: Could refreshed tech leadership put Albertsons on a path to success?

The grocer’s decision to appoint a new retail media head continues the company’s efforts to focus on expanding its digital expertise.

By Grocery Dive Staff • July 25, 2025

Kroger names new secretary and general counsel

The grocer has tapped George Vincent from Cincinnati law firm Dinsmore & Shohl to take over for Christine Wheatley when she retires in September.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 25, 2025

Heritage Grocers’ CEO exits

With Suzy Monford’s departure, the company named a group of executives to oversee operations and tapped Smart & Final chief David Hirz as board chairman.

By Catherine Douglas Moran , Jeff Wells • Updated July 24, 2025

Market Basket fires 2 executives amid ongoing turmoil

The New England grocery chain told a local news outlet it terminated the directors for making untrue statements about the company.

By Sam Silverstein • July 24, 2025

Walmart taps Instacart exec for AI role

The retailer is bringing on Daniel Danker as executive vice president of AI acceleration, product and design.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 24, 2025

Stop & Shop names new operations executive

The Ahold Delhaize banner named long-time employee Bob Yager to the EVP role as it focuses on steady improvement in the competitive Northeast region.

By Peyton Bigora • July 24, 2025

Albertsons names new top retail media executive

Brian Monahan’s hiring comes at a time of growth for Albertsons Media Collective and adds to recent leadership changes at the company.

By Peyton Bigora • July 24, 2025

Raley’s appoints 2 new VPs

The grocer has promoted Jessica Blakely and Faith Garrard to oversee sales and merchandising for its Bashas’ and Raley’s divisions, respectively.

By Sam Silverstein • July 23, 2025

Lidl readies store debuts amid East Coast expansion

The discounter is preparing to open a trio of stores next week and another in mid-August as it continues to grow its stateside fleet. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 22, 2025

UNFI parts ways with top retail executive

Andre Persaud is leaving after serving as president and CEO of the company's retail division since late 2023. UNFI CEO Sandy Douglas will fill the role on an interim basis.

By Sam Silverstein • Updated July 22, 2025

Walmart cuts market coordinator role

The mass retailer is eliminating the position, which supported its market managers, and also plans to take a more tailored approach to staffing its training centers.

By Dani James • July 21, 2025

How grocers are striving to keep a spotlight on value

Retailers have worked aggressively this year to drive home the message that they understand shoppers’ economic concerns.

By Sam Silverstein • July 21, 2025

The Friday Checkout: UNFI’s stock price has roared back post-cyberattack. Will its customers recover as quickly?

The grocery wholesaler won praise from investors after forecasting that full-year sales will be higher than expected despite the blow delivered by online criminals.

By Grocery Dive Staff • July 18, 2025

99 Ranch Market ventures into New York City

The Asian supermarket operator is preparing to open a 37,000-square-foot store in the city’s borough of Queens.

By Sam Silverstein • July 18, 2025

Value remains a top draw of loyalty programs

Most consumers say they want better discounts, according to a Kobie survey.

By Bryan Wassel • July 18, 2025