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Kroger launches restaurant supply business
The grocer now offers next-day delivery in the greater Dallas area aimed at small and independent establishments.
By Jeff Wells • April 6, 2022 -
Save Mart taps former Albertsons marketing chief as executive chairman
In an interview, Shane Sampson said the newly acquired regional grocery chain plans to be "nimble and agile" and that new private equity owner Kingswood Capital Management understands retail.
By Sam Silverstein • April 5, 2022 -
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Aldi is the fastest-growing US grocery chain, report says
The 88 U.S. locations the grocer debuted last year total more than 2.2 million square feet of space — well ahead of the 1.3 million square feet Publix added, according to professional services firm Jones Lang LaSalle.
By Sam Silverstein • April 4, 2022 -
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Walmart plots roadmap for media business with focus on premium ads
The retailer is quickly scaling its retail media business as the segment draws significant revenue but also faces stiffer competition.
By Peter Adams • April 1, 2022 -
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Gopuff laying off 3% of its global workforce
The rapidly expanding company is cutting hundreds of positions as it faces sector-wide challenges and a need to realign as a global business.
By Jeff Wells • April 1, 2022 -
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BJ's adds same-day delivery subscription as membership perk
Same-Day Select offers two options for no-fee deliveries from the club retailer, further expanding its efforts to boost e-commerce loyalty and buying options.
By Jeff Wells • March 31, 2022 -
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Activist investor Carl Icahn ends Kroger proxy fight over animal welfare, worker pay
The billionaire has pulled his two candidates for the supermarket chain's board of directors after losing a similar proxy battle at McDonald's, according to a Monday note to shareholders of the companies.
By Sam Silverstein • Updated June 6, 2022 -
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Regional chains announce new sustainability initiatives
New Seasons Market is switching to more eco-friendly packaging for its private label line of fresh pasta, while Meijer will hold its first supplier summit focused on sustainability in late June.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 30, 2022 -
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BJ's teams with DoorDash to offer grocery delivery
The service is available to customers who aren't BJ's members, but members of the club retailer are eligible for lower prices.
By Sam Silverstein • March 29, 2022 -
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Kroger opens ad inventory to third-party platforms in latest scale play
The grocer's media business has initially granted access to three firms in a move aimed at boosting flexibility for ad buyers.
By Peter Adams • March 29, 2022 -
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Sprouts ties new loan terms to sustainability goals
The health-focused grocer will incur lower borrowing costs under the revolving credit facility if it achieves targets for the sale of socially and environmentally sustainable products and the diversity of its board of directors.
By Sam Silverstein • March 28, 2022 -
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ColumnPardon the Disruption: Instacart fights to stay relevant with retailers
The company that's shown a knack for evolution is now entering a new act. Will its deeper focus on retailer services keep it flying high?
By Jeff Wells • March 28, 2022 -
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Instacart's Road to IPOInstacart slashes its valuation by nearly 40%
The move comes amid a significant slowdown in growth on its core marketplace and follows its expansion into new technology services for retailers.
By Jeff Wells • March 25, 2022 -
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URB-E partners with indoor farming startup to deliver locally grown produce in NYC
The company is using containers propelled by electric bicycles to transport greens grown by Square Roots to retailers.
By Sam Silverstein • March 25, 2022 -
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Kroger partners with Nvidia to boost freshness efforts using AI
The companies will build a laboratory to study ways to use the computer graphics firm's technology to spot early signs of food spoilage, plot optimal delivery routes and make operations in Kroger's stores more efficient.
By Sam Silverstein • March 24, 2022 -
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Q&AHow the Ukraine conflict and supply chain chaos could play out in food prices
Wells Fargo chief agricultural economist Michael Swanson is already seeing improvements in inflationary pressures such as labor and transportation, even as "the next wave" of increases takes hold.
By Chris Casey • March 23, 2022 -
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The Fresh Market's first-ever loyalty program brings customization to the store level
"The Ultimate Loyalty Program" offers perks like digital coupons, purchase frequency rewards for select departments and a free slice of cake during a member's birthday month.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 23, 2022 -
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Inside the Store: Bristol Farms' first Newfound Market location
The 34,000-square-foot food hall-focused store in Irvine, California, includes several fast-casual food venues as well as a full-service Italian restaurant that offers seating for 120 people.
By Sam Silverstein • March 23, 2022 -
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Walmart signs up for West Coast food waste-reduction project
As a member of the Pacific Coast Food Waste Commitment, the retailer will provide data that will help give a more precise estimate of waste across the retail sector and identify key "hot spots" to focus on.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 22, 2022 -
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OpinionThe crisis after the crisis: What grocers can expect after an active shooter incident
Food retail managers should be prepared to handle external communication and support for victims and their families in the aftermath of violence, writes security expert William Flynn.
By William Flynn • March 22, 2022 -
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Target, Amazon debut sustainable store concepts
Target introduced its first net-zero energy store, while an Amazon Fresh store is pursuing a net-zero carbon certification.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 21, 2022 -
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Instacart's Road to IPOInstacart's rebrand reflects speedy evolution of grocery delivery
Alongside a modernized look, Instacart is placing a greater emphasis on retail partnerships and calling attention to brands like CVS and Publix.
By Sara Karlovitch • March 21, 2022 -
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SpartanNash, activist investor group sparring over company's direction
The investors — led by Macellum Advisors and Ancora Holdings Group — want to replace SpartanNash Chairman Douglas Hacker and two other board members with three directors they have nominated.
By Sam Silverstein • March 21, 2022 -
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Gopuff names new head of Kitchen division
Amelia Riba brings international experience to the role, having previously served as chief brand officer for Pizza Hut in Europe and Latin America.
By Jeff Wells • March 18, 2022 -
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US rapid grocery delivery space consolidates further
Buyk and Fridge No More shuttered recently while Getir unveiled a $768 million Series E round Thursday to expand. The remaining players should diversify their operating models to survive, one analyst said.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 17, 2022
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