Corporate Operations: Page 8

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    UNFI says cyberattack ‘contained’

    The grocery distributor is now delivering products to retailers “at more normalized levels” following an online intrusion that forced it to shut down its electronic ordering systems.

    By • June 27, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: Distributor disruption signals an evolving industry

    C&S’s deal for SpartanNash and UNFI's cybersecurity incident underscore grocers’ reliance on wholesalers whose own businesses are rapidly transforming.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • June 27, 2025
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Grocery Dive

    Top stories from Grocery Dive first half of 2025.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    How The Fresh Market and Lidl are striving to stay relevant with shoppers

    The grocers are both exploring ways to balance technology, service and surprise as they look to stand out, executives said during an online panel session.

    By • June 26, 2025
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    Sam Silverstein/Grocery Dive
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    Weis opens first new store in 3 years

    While the grocer announced plans over a year ago to reignite store openings, labor and supply chain disruptions persist.

    By • June 26, 2025
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    Ahold Delhaize USA taps Food Lion executive as CFO

    Jason Wilson, formerly senior vice president of finance for the grocery chain, will focus on expanding Ahold Delhaize USA’s omnichannel operations in addition to overseeing its financial activities.

    By • June 25, 2025
  • A SpartanNash distribution facility in Minot, North Dakota.
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    Courtesy of Provender Partners
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    Mapping C&S and SpartanNash’s combined footprint

    With the major distribution deal now approved, here’s a look at the combined companies' footprint that Grocery Dive put together earlier this summer.

    By • June 25, 2025
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    Screenshot: C&S Wholesale Grocers/YouTube

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    Number Sense: C&S’s planned acquisition of SpartanNash could mean smooth scaling for the distributors

    The companies’ distribution and retail operations have relatively little overlap, suggesting they should have an easy path to regulatory approval.

    By • June 24, 2025
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    Walmart CFO talks private brand, delivery growth

    “Bettergoods has been a big success story for us,” John David Rainey said at a recent conference.

    By • June 23, 2025
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    Kroger looks to cut costs as it chases growth

    The company plans to close 60 underperforming stores by the end of 2026 as it refocuses on its core business and high-return opportunities.

    By , • June 20, 2025
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    Lawmaker queries retailers in probe of link between tariffs and grocery prices

    Sen. Maggie Hassan has asked Kroger, Walmart, Costco and others for information about how newly increased levies on imported steel and aluminum could affect their operations.

    By • June 20, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: Senate Republicans propose their own SNAP changes

    The modifications are "more measured and practical" compared with the House's bill,  the NGA said in a statement.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • June 20, 2025
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    Q&A

    Grocery Outlet’s CMO wants to challenge people’s perception of the discounter

    The grocer wants customers to know that its value goes beyond just offering bargains, with private label and a unique assortment as key levers.

    By • June 18, 2025
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    Bernie Sanders urges UNFI to negotiate a ‘fair contract’ with Cub Foods workers

    The Vermont senator wrote letters to UNFI as well as two grocery operators regarding ongoing contract negotiations with Minneapolis grocery workers.

    By • June 17, 2025
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    Sam Silverstein/Grocery Dive
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    How the cyberattack against UNFI affected 4 independent grocers

    The distributor said it is still relying on manual processes to fulfill orders as it works to bring its systems back online after an intrusion earlier this month.

    By • June 16, 2025
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    Walmart survival guide for grocers

    In this three-part series, Grocery Dive uses expert insights and market share data to explore the mass retailer’s impact on the grocery segment and how supermarkets can stand out.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • June 16, 2025
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    How Sprouts’ focus on its target customers fuels growth

    On the cusp of launching its first loyalty program, the specialty grocer is also moving ahead with ambitious store expansion plans and bulking up supply chain capabilities.

    By • June 16, 2025
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    More states sign up for SNAP waivers

    Arkansas, Idaho and Utah have received permission to place restrictions on which foods are SNAP-eligible, joining three other states.

    By • June 13, 2025
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    The Friday Checkout: Amazon taps Whole Foods leadership for grocery growth — finally

    With a newly restructured grocery executive team that has Whole Foods’ CEO at the helm, Amazon is gunning for grocery success. But why didn’t it bring in the specialty grocer sooner?

    By Grocery Dive Staff • June 13, 2025
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    UNFI’s split with Key Food will cost billions in potential sales and hundreds of jobs

    Transportation-related issues in the New York City area played a role in the distributor’s decision to exit its contract with the grocer and shutter a distribution center it built to serve the chain.

    By • June 12, 2025
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    Amazon restructures grocery leadership as it further integrates Whole Foods

    The e-tailer is unifying top execs from both companies, Business Insider reported, and moving the specialty grocers’ corporate workers onto its systems.

    By • June 12, 2025
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    Uber grocery executive named to lead delivery operations

    Susan Anderson, who formerly led the company’s grocery and retail operations, is now serving as its global head of delivery.

    By • June 11, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    Walmart is quickly gaining ground in the grocery industry. What does that mean for other retailers?

    The mass retailer and Giant Eagle are dueling for control of Pittsburgh’s grocery market — and similar battles are playing out in other markets across the U.S.

    By , • June 10, 2025
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    UNFI’s operations remain hobbled following cyberattack

    The grocery company had to entirely shut down its network following the intrusion and is serving customers on only a “limited basis” as it works to recover, CEO Sandy Douglas said.

    By • June 10, 2025
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    UNFI services disrupted by cyberattack

    The grocery retailer and wholesaler is working to resume full operations following “unauthorized activity” involving its IT systems.

    By • June 9, 2025
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    Thrive Market taps Amazon veteran for new C-suite role

    Scott Lescher will drive operational and fulfillment improvements to support membership growth at the e-grocer as specialty retailers continue to gain steam.

    By • June 9, 2025