The Friday Checkout: Will grocery M&A heat up under Trump?

Corporate leaders anticipate a flurry of deals once Donald Trump returns to the White House. The grocery industry seems primed for more combinations.

Amazon launches same-day drone delivery in Arizona city

Customers near the company’s Tolleson facility can get thousands of items delivered by air, but there are limitations.

Grocers continue to add electronic shelf label software

Aldi, Gelson’s and Hornbacher’s have deployed Instacart's pick-to-light capability in stores, the tech company said Thursday.

SpartanNash posts lower net and comp-store sales as it looks to acquisitions to juice growth

The grocery retailer and wholesaler’s purchase of Metcalfe’s Market helped offset weak consumer demand for groceries during the third quarter.

Sprouts to open first store in Wyoming

The store opening, slated for the end of the month, marks the 24th state of operation for the fast-growing specialty grocer.

UNFI improperly discounts payments to suppliers, lawsuit claims

The grocery wholesaler delays paying food companies for their goods and factors in “prompt-payment discounts” when it pays invoices late, according to a class action suit filed this week.

Updated Nov. 6, 2024

Ahold Delhaize sees lower sales, positive comps as it presses ahead with Stop & Shop revamp

“We have much more work to do to bring Stop & Shop back to its feet,” President and CEO Frans Muller said Wednesday.

As Trump rises again, so too might inflation

Some retailers could get hit hard by policies promised by the president-elect, especially tariffs and taxes, though tax breaks may be a tailwind.

Grocery Outlet posts lackluster Q3 results as it grapples with tech issues, pricing

The discounter aims to remedy system inefficiencies from its tech transition last summer and refocus its pricing strategy, Interim CEO Eric Lindberg told investors Tuesday.

Kroger finalizes $1.4B opioid settlement with 30 states

The settlement includes attorney fees of up to $149 million as part of the arrangement — nearly 11% of the total amount.

Why Sprouts rebranded its personal care private label line

The launch of the health and wellness line Real Root marks the completion of phase two of the specialty grocer’s private brand revamp.

Dollar Tree CEO steps down

Rick Dreiling’s departure due to health concerns comes as the company is navigating several challenges, including a possible spin off or sale of its Family Dollar banner.

7 notable grocery executive changes from October

Top executives at Grocery Outlet and Amazon stepped down while Albertsons announced a new chairman as part of several updates to its board.

SpartanNash names new chief retail officer

Djouma Barry is assuming the role after holding executive positions at Kroger and Target.

Kroger to open 2 Asian grocery store concepts in Texas next year

The grocer will convert two Dallas-area locations with more Asian-centric products, new decor, updated signage and more, a spokesperson confirmed.

Kroger-Albertsons merger in court: 6 key takeaways

Competition, pricing and the fate of Albertsons were key points of contention in the three court battles that unfolded over a nearly two-month period.

Publix reports Q3 sales uptick

Heightened shopping demand during Hurricane Helene boosted sales for the Florida-based grocer during the three-month period that ended Sept. 28.

Updated Nov. 4, 2024

Natural Grocers names new CFO

Richard Hallé, a longtime board member for the grocer and former CFO for two tech companies, will step into the role at the start of next year.

The Friday Checkout: Top grocery issues to watch this presidential election

While high food prices have dominated mainstream discourse, the industry could feel the impact of tariffs or a grocery price-gouging ban, depending on who is elected.

Grocery retail media poses an $8.5B growth opportunity: report

The number of retail media networks in the industry is projected to double over the next 18 months, according to recent Grocery Doppio findings.

In Remembrance: 5 grocery concepts and companies that got buried in 2024

From the demise of Dom’s Kitchen & Market to the shuttering of Schnucks’ Eatwell banner, the industry has put several things to rest this year.

Lidl promises Thanksgiving dinner for 10 for $45

The private label-focused discounter’s holiday meal promotion includes a Shady Brook Farms turkey for 39 cents per pound.

4 charts examining grocery inflation

While high grocery prices have remained a hot topic among consumers and politicians, the annual rate of food-at-home prices has held steady at about 1%.

Pardon the Disruption: Should Whole Foods start carrying conventional products?

Parent company Amazon is determined to offer mainstream brands to the specialty retailer’s customers, but it’s employing a clumsy testing strategy.

Sprouts’ strong momentum continues in Q3

The grocer’s net sales hit $1.9 billion, fueled by solid comparable-store sales and ongoing brick-and-mortar expansion.