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    Northeast grocer taps into social media-driven candy trend

    DeCicco & Sons, which is making Swedish pick-and-mix candy available through a pilot with sweets maker CandyKing, says it is the first U.S. supermarket operator to embrace the concept.

    By • July 13, 2026
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    Giant Eagle temporarily lowers prices on 300 items

    The grocery chain said the reductions, which last through Labor Day, average 10%.

    By • July 10, 2026
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    Grocers are quickly embracing AI, research shows

    More than two-thirds of food retailers polled by FMI in early 2026 said they employ the technology, compared with 47% a year ago.

    By • July 10, 2026
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    The Giant Company zips ahead with store fleet updates

    The Ahold Delhaize USA banner has announced at least four store openings, three store renovation plans and a grand re-opening since the start of 2026.

    By • July 8, 2026
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    Walmart cuts prices on groceries and other goods

    The initiative includes ground beef, which received a nearly 12% price decrease, as well as Lay’s chips and private label foods.

    By • July 7, 2026
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    Opinion

    Retail no longer runs on a weekly clock. Grocers must pivot.

    Opportunities and risks that once unfolded over weeks can now emerge and dissipate within days, writes John Lin of SymphonyAI.

    By John Lin • July 6, 2026
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    Meijer prepares to open another smaller-format location

    The chain’s latest Meijer Grocery supermarket, set to debut in August in Livonia, Michigan, will be the fifth location under the banner.

    By • June 30, 2026
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    Q&A

    How one grocer represents 30-plus countries on its shelves

    St. Louis retailer Global Foods Market relies on word of mouth and partnering with distributors of varying sizes to meet its customers’ needs, COO Shayn Prapaisilp said.

    By • June 30, 2026
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    More than a Store: Are grocers letting the store experience slip?

    As traditional grocers focus more on price, they may be overlooking an opportunity to outclass discount rivals on store appearance and cleanliness.

    By • June 29, 2026
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    Alcohol brands need to emphasize value to grow sales: report

    Current offerings aren't doing enough to convince a large cohort of consumers that the price is “worth it,” according to a Deloitte analysis.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 29, 2026
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    Rhode Island becomes first state to mandate staffing ratio for self-checkout

    Legislation signed by Gov. Dan McKee and due to take effect in 2027 comes as other states also consider self-checkout restrictions.

    By • Updated June 30, 2026
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    Target to open 11 stores in July

    Many of the upcoming locations will feature the retailer's newest “food-forward selection of fresh and affordable produce, meat and dairy."

    By Dani James • June 24, 2026
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    Clubs and supermarkets score private brand growth

    Both merchant types recorded dollar and unit share increases, while mass retailers and dollar stores posted declines, according to an FMI report.

    By • June 23, 2026
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    Winn-Dixie completes transition of Harveys locations

    The company once known as Southeastern Grocers continues to lock in on Florida to establish a unified grocery company.

    By • June 23, 2026
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    4 key numbers that highlight the stress grocery consumers are facing

    From ongoing high grocery inflation to increasing usage of buy now, pay later programs, here’s a look at how shoppers are grappling with affordability woes.

    By • June 22, 2026
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    Harris Teeter promotes ‘treasure hunt’ shopping with new initiative

    The grocer’s “Aisle Adventure” campaign taps social media influencers and original content to encourage shoppers to discover new products.

    By • June 17, 2026
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    Meet the automated cart builder used by Kroger and Wegmans

    The grocers both offer conversational shopping assistants using agentic technology provided by AI startup Cooklist.

    By • June 16, 2026
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    Column

    The Friday Checkout: How important is a ‘freshness guarantee’ for grocers?

    Supermarket chains like Schnucks are pushing these promises as consumers shop for more of their perishables at low-price retailers.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • June 12, 2026
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    Consumer pain continues as grocery inflation remains near 3-year high

    Ending the Iran war could help ease the pressure, but the worst is likely still to come for categories like food, according to economists.

    By Daphne Howland • June 11, 2026
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    Schnucks unveils freshness guarantee as grocers play up perishables

    The company is the latest to implement the policy, which allows shoppers who aren’t satisfied with an item to exchange it or get a full refund.

    By • June 11, 2026
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    Opinion

    Change is everywhere. It’s time for grocers to rethink how they handle it.

    The relentless pursuit of everyday excellence is causing some retailers to lose sight of the broader horizon, writes Dave Clements of dunnhumby.

    By Dave Clements • June 4, 2026
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    How grocers are catering to GLP-1 users

    Weight loss medications have changed the game of health and wellness. From protein-focused private label to wellness guides, here’s how grocers are keeping up.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    How 5 super regional c-store chains are reshaping the competitive landscape

    Companies like Wawa, QuikTrip and Sheetz are pushing aggressively into new states and ramping up their foodservice offerings.

    By • June 2, 2026
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    Target’s ‘food-forward’ strategy includes supply chain improvements, too

    The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

    By • June 2, 2026
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    Inside the Store: Save Mart’s new look

    A banner executive shared how customer data influenced the significant changes made to a California store as the grocer’s parent company looks to revamp its entire fleet.

    By • May 27, 2026