Is the tide shifting for grocery private brands?

While the frequency with which people buy store brands over name ones has softened recently, private labels remain a key driver for grocers, Dunnhumby found.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 10, 2025

What makes The Fresh Market pop, according to its CEO

“Our brand is our moat,” Brian Johnson said as he talked about differentiation, store fleet growth and the specialty grocer’s upcoming, revamped app.

By Peyton Bigora • July 9, 2025

Trump signs spending and tax bill with major SNAP changes

The legislation tightens eligibility requirements for the food assistance program, but contains less severe modifications than originally proposed.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 7, 2025

Dollar General temporarily drops prices on 1K items during summer sale

The retailer’s “7 Days of Savings” event starts Sunday, as consumers stretch their budgets during the back-to-school shopping season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 2, 2025

Honey, I shrunk the snacks: Three trends driving the push to small

Are you looking to merchandise small treats that can bring big profits?

June 30, 2025

Why spotlighting private brands should remain a top priority for grocers

Shoppers are more loyal than ever to store brands, but grocers need to continue to find ways to underscore their value proposition to compete with club and mass retailers, according to a report from FMI and Circana.

By Peyton Bigora • June 26, 2025

How Sam’s Club sees fresh food, digital tools fueling its ambitious growth plans

Walmart-owned club retailer is enhancing the shopping experience with sushi, automated receipt checks and a new app platform, its CFO said at a conference.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 24, 2025

How one grocer is succeeding with in-store restaurants

While many retailers have struggled to make money with on-site eateries, Town & Country Market’s integrated approach is lifting sales throughout the store.

By Jeff Wells • June 23, 2025

From ocean to aisle: How Alaska sets the bar with sustainable seafood

Consumers seek to increase seafood consumption, and they prefer wild-caught products from Alaska.

June 23, 2025

In an $8 egg carton world, does your packaging still deliver?

See why when every dollar—and egg—counts, better protection matters more than ever.

June 23, 2025

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 Sam Silverstein • June 20, 2025

Harris Teeter announces store renovations in South Carolina

The Kroger-owned grocer has already remodeled four stores in the Charleston area and plans to revamp eight more.

By Peyton Bigora • June 18, 2025

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

Trump tariffs could hike canned food prices up to 15%, trade group says

The Consumer Brands Association also warned that 20,000 U.S. food manufacturing jobs could be in danger if more costly products cause a drop in sales.

By Christopher Doering • June 12, 2025

Walmart is leveling up in foodservice. How can grocers compete?

As the retailer adds hot bars, grab-and-go items and in-store QSRs, supermarkets can tap their workers and deep knowledge of their customer base as valuable differentiators, sources said.  

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 11, 2025

Private label beer is having a moment. Should grocers order a round?

Retailers like Costco, Stewart’s Shops and Walmart are investing in exclusive beer brands as capacity has opened up at brewers across the U.S.

By Jeff Wells • June 10, 2025

Tariff impact on grocery prices muted so far, Circana reports

Price increases this year have mostly stemmed from tight supplies of eggs, meat, coffee and cocoa, the market research company found.

By Sam Silverstein • June 9, 2025

American Egg Board partners with grocers to keep eggs on the shelf

Grocers are facing a daunting task keeping shelves full as they grapple with everything from shortages to prices that can make shoppers do a double-take.

June 9, 2025

Amazon Fresh turns up the volume on low prices

Visits to locations on both coasts show the supermarket chain is trying to set itself apart with eye-catchingly low prices — and abundant signage to make sure shoppers notice.

By Sam Silverstein • June 4, 2025

Walmart to bring fast-casual hot dog restaurant to 6 stores

The retailer has partnered with Wienerschnitzel, marking its latest move to grow its roster of in-store quick-service restaurant partners.

By Peyton Bigora • June 3, 2025

Grocers sit in the middle of a snacking shift

As thrifty consumers change their habits, grocers are gaining snack sales from convenience stores and drug stores but losing sales to club competitors, a NielsenIQ report found.

By Jeff Wells • June 2, 2025

US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 29, 2025

Mondelēz sues Aldi over private label packaging that ‘blatantly copies’ Oreo and Chips Ahoy!

The snack giant alleges packaging on seven products could “deceive and confuse consumers” and “irreparably harm” its image.

By Christopher Doering • May 29, 2025

Target expands private label offerings through chef partnership

The retailer is rolling out its second co-branded Good & Gather line, which will feature barbecue items developed with chef Rodney Scott.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 28, 2025

Grocers kickstart summer with value

Food retailers are taking advantage of Memorial Day weekend to showcase discounts and highlight their private brands.

By Peyton Bigora • May 22, 2025