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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 -
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 -
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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 -
How at risk are grocery staples to tariffs?
A newly launched index from Numerator aims to assist brands and retailers with tracking how at-risk essential product categories are to ever-changing tariff scenarios.
By Peyton Bigora • May 19, 2025 -
Albertsons beefs up its private label offerings
Chef’s Counter, a new line of ready-to-cook marinated meats, features “adventurous flavors and globally inspired ingredients,” the supermarket chain said.
By Sam Silverstein • May 15, 2025 -
Grocery inflation loses steam in April
Food-at-home prices came in last month at a 2% annual rate, down from 2.4% in March, the government reported.
By Sam Silverstein • May 14, 2025 -
Opinion
3 ways grocers can boost customer loyalty through in-store experiences
Incorporating enhanced product assortment and smart use of technology are key strategies that distributors and grocery retailers can leverage to retain shoppers, writes Nicole Hudson of KeHE Distributors.
By Nicole Hudson • May 8, 2025 -
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The Friday Checkout: Kroger turns to TikTok for private label inspiration
The grocer is debuting a limited-edition collection of foods inspired by a growing trend on the social media platform.
By Grocery Dive Staff • May 2, 2025 -
How grocery continues to drive Walmart’s bottom line
The category brought in $276 billion in net sales in fiscal 2025, up nearly 12% from the same period two years ago, the retailer said in its annual report.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated May 1, 2025 -
Whole Foods unveils opening dates for 2 more NYC Daily Shops
The previously announced locations will debut in mid-May and early June, bringing the specialty grocer’s small-format fleet to three.
By Peyton Bigora • April 24, 2025 -
Schnucks tests local products from inaugural incubator
The grocer is introducing 10 brands from the first cohort of its accelerator program for local, diverse-owned businesses.
By Peyton Bigora • April 23, 2025 -
Sponsored by Mars
The scoop on 2025 ice cream trends from Mars
Key insights for grocers navigating the start of ice cream season.
April 21, 2025 -
Colorado blocks grocers from obtaining liquor licenses
While many states have loosened rules on alcohol sales by grocers, Colorado’s governor recently signed a bill that expands restrictions on the types of businesses that may sell liquor.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 15, 2025 -
Inside the Store: Mom’s Organic Market opens a bigger and better store
The independent specialty grocer sticks to its roots at its newest store in Washington, D.C.’s Van Ness neighborhood, an area that caters to students and families alike.
By Peyton Bigora • April 14, 2025 -
Kroger, Lidl roll out Easter deals
Kroger’s meal for the holiday costs less than $6 per person, while the discounter is serving up spiral ham for 80 cents less than last year.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 8, 2025 -
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Target serves up Easter meal at last year’s price
The retailer is also highlighting seasonal dessert options and deals on select items like private label treats.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 7, 2025 -
NRF expects ‘slower trajectory for consumer spending’ in 2025 as tariffs fuel uncertainty, inflation fears
Retail sales could grow 3.7% at best as many consumers reach the limits of their spending power, according to the trade group.
By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2025 -
Kroger adds ‘trendy’ private label products, looks to launch 900 items
Mushroom tea and kettle-style tortilla chips in a Hatch chile flavor are among the grocer’s new items.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 2, 2025 -
Albertsons unveils limited-time private label items
The grocer launched a collection of lemon-inspired products, including cookies, pretzels and popcorn, available through May 9.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 1, 2025 -
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Woods Supermarket debuts first out-of-state location
Along with groceries and liquor, the Colorado store includes nearly a dozen restaurant concepts, a tap room with live music and more.
By Peyton Bigora • April 1, 2025 -
Walmart drops eggs from its Easter meal deal
The bundle, which is priced at about $6 per person, includes ham, potatoes and asparagus, and costs less than what the retailer charged for a similar promotion last year.
By Sam Silverstein • March 27, 2025 -
Utah law clears the way for shoppers to include beer in grocery pickup orders
The revision to the state’s liquor bill builds on a growing trend of states easing up on alcohol-sale restrictions.
By Peyton Bigora • March 26, 2025