Ahold Delhaize sales jump 2.6% in US as online growth accelerates in Q4

The Dutch-Belgian grocer posted 2018 sales in America of $42.6 billion, a 2.5% drop from a year earlier, but a 1.9% gain when adjusted to constant exchange rates.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 23, 2019

Weis Markets rolls out aggressive price cuts

The Pennsylvania-based grocer has lowered prices on more than 7,000 items as both value chains and high-end competitors threaten its business.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 22, 2019

Retailers brace for busy weekend as February SNAP benefits come early

Despite the federal shutdown, states can disperse next month's $4.8 billion worth of SNAP benefits until Jan. 20, leaving many grocers stocking up in preparation for the rush. 

By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 15, 2019

Albertsons reports strongest ID sales growth in more than 2 years

Same-store sales for the retailer grew 1.9% for the quarter ended Dec. 1 while its e-commerce business grew 73%.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 15, 2019

Supreme Court to consider if SNAP sales data should be public

The appeal by the Food Marketing Institute follows a circuit court ruling last year that the data should be made available under the Freedom of Information Act.  

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 14, 2019

Micro-markets inside health centers could be just what the doctor ordered

A hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan this week became the latest health care facility to open a full-service grocery store on its campus.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 10, 2019

Stop & Shop to acquire Long Island's King Kullen chain

The 37-store acquisition will beef up the Ahold Delhaize banner's presence on Long Island, and follows close behind Lidl's pickup of Best Market stores in the hotly contested region.    

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 4, 2019

The new year brings a wave of minimum wage increases

Nineteen states and 21 cities have raised base pay for workers, with some jurisdictions meeting or exceeding $15 an hour. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 3, 2019

How food companies are getting consumers to pay more

Some major CPG companies are increasing prices by rolling out new sizes and varieties of old favorites. 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 2, 2019

Our 10 best stories of 2018

Take a look back at a collection of some of Grocery Dive's most-read stories, which together paint a picture of a year defined by change. 

By Grocery Dive staff • Dec. 21, 2018

Blue Apron stock drops below $1. Could an acquisition be next?

Amid mounting losses and an exodus of subscribers, the meal kit pioneer is in danger of being de-listed and has lost more than 90% of its value since going public last year. 

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 19, 2018

Kroger sells its digital coupon platform to Inmar

The move is part of an updated strategic partnership that will let the company continue delivering its coupon management services to the grocer.

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 19, 2018

Competition in grocery pressures Costco's margins

The wholesaler said there is growing pressure in fresh foods from traditional supermarkets and Walmart's Sam's Club division.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 14, 2018

C&S Wholesale to acquire Olean Wholesale for undisclosed sum

The merger is the latest deal in the space as distributors look to gain scale and as supermarkets do the same amid growing pressure from Aldi, Lidl and Amazon.

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 7, 2018

UNFI surprises with big earnings miss

The wholesaler struggled against industry headwinds such as supplier out-of-stocks and high labor costs. It also lowered guidance, suggesting a tough integration ahead with Supervalu. 

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 7, 2018

Kroger reports in-line sales as investment pressures continue

Digital sales grew 60%, but income declined as the grocer continues to fund store improvements and alternative growth streams.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 6, 2018

Raley's to sell Aisle 1 fuel stations

Southern California c-store company Anabi Oil will operate the 13 locations and continue to offer fuel rewards through the grocer.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 6, 2018

Freight costs weigh on Dollar General

The retailer is reiterating its plan to expand and upgrade stores despite rising transportation expenses and costs wrought by recent hurricanes.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 4, 2018

Coborn's acquires Hornbacher's from UNFI

The eight-store deal is the latest sale for the wholesaler and its Supervalu subsidiary.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 3, 2018

Family Dollar's rising costs and weakness ail Dollar Tree

Despite improvements to stores and changes to merchandise, Family Dollar continues to drag down its parent company.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 29, 2018

4 benefits of food and grocery consolidation

The food and grocery industries have been active with mergers and acquisitions in the last several years. What are some of the benefits to these deals? Food Dive and Grocery Dive have taken a close look and determined four major benefits of industry consolidation.

By Food Dive and Grocery Dive staff • Nov. 28, 2018

'No second thoughts': Assessing the Ahold Delhaize merger two years later

The company says it has achieved significant cost savings and is ready to expand, but experts question whether it has done enough to differentiate itself from competitors.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2018

Tops completes financial restructuring

The company says it's focused on rolling out new services, building upon existing ones and creating a better shopping experience.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 21, 2018

SpartanNash to buy Martin's Super Markets

The retailer/wholesaler will pick up 21 stores in the deal, bringing its grocery store footprint to 160 locations across nine states.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 20, 2018

Global food prices face a 'melting pot of risks' in 2019: Rabobank

The Dutch banking and financial services company forecasts continued uncertainty due to ongoing trade wars, livestock diseases and extreme weather.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 19, 2018