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Lidl joins the Thanksgiving discount battle
The discounter’s under-$30 meal includes a 13-pound frozen turkey along with pumpkin pie ingredients and a variety of sides such as sweet potatoes, rolls and baby carrots.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Shoppers aren’t changing their Thanksgiving plans but are seeking more savings
Price-conscious consumers say they’re willing to dig deeper to put Thanksgiving dinner on the table, but grocers still need to help them along with smart discounts, Circana noted in a report.
By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Target brings Thanksgiving meal for under $25 to the table
The retailer’s four-serving feast includes a 10-16 pound turkey at less than $1 per pound and various sides for less than $5 each.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 1, 2023 -
On Special: Retailers look to scare up strong candy sales this fall
Halloween alone drives around $6 billion in confectionary retail sales annually, but inflation may spook shoppers out of purchasing sweets this year.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 31, 2023 -
Gelson’s debuts ‘exclusive’ wine club
The Southern California grocer’s new program offers four package options, including three white wines for $200 or six bottles with a mix of red and white for $450.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Sprouts debuts private label holiday line
All of the items in the grocer's limited-time line are made with “better-for-you” ingredients and will be available in stores starting this week.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 27, 2023 -
Frozen food sales run into headwinds from inflation
Sales in the category were up almost 8% during the 12 months that ended July 2, but unit sales sagged 5%, according to research released Tuesday by FMI – The Food Industry Association and the American Frozen Food Institute.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 26, 2023 -
Sponsored by The Hershey Company
How Hershey is reinventing candy displays
Agile fulfillment means stores receive customized displays with the right mix of products at the right volume.
By Scott Dunkley, Director, Customer Portfolio & Matt Hawley, Director, Annville Fulfillment Center, The Hershey Company • Oct. 23, 2023 -
ShopRite supermarket with hardware store set to open in New Jersey
The supermarket, owned by Wakefern Food member RoNetco Supermarkets, will be the first in the chain to feature a True Value hardware department.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 20, 2023 -
Whole Foods outlines 2024 food trends
The grocer predicts plant-based products with more vegetables, the use of buckwheat and brands that promote water conservation will be popular next year.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 20, 2023 -
How Dom’s new CEO is building a ‘food experience’ in Chicago
As it deepens its presence in the city's evolving grocery landscape, the young retailer is looking to stand out with its quality meal offerings, curated assortment and neighborhood hub atmosphere.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 19, 2023 -
Aldi unveils Thanksgiving price reductions of up to 50%
The German discounter’s savings on holiday staples will run from Nov. 1 to the end of 2023.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 17, 2023 -
Hy-Vee partners with Samsung to bring digital displays to all stores
The screens, which will be placed in areas like food courts and deli counters, will feature live cooking demos, promotions, recipes and other content.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 10, 2023 -
More than half of shoppers plan to buy more private brands in the future, report finds
Ninety percent of participants in a recent survey said they would be somewhat or very likely to continue buying store brands if inflation or grocery prices come down, according to FMI – The Food Industry Association.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 4, 2023 -
Kroger launches Hispanic-inspired private label brand
Mercado consists of more than 50 products, including fresh meat, beverages, snacks, sides and desserts.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 3, 2023 -
How grocers can tap shopper psychology to spruce up store designs
Architect Kevin Kelley says smaller selling floors and curated selections are the next design evolution for regional and small chains trying to stand out against large competitors.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 2, 2023 -
Grocers welcome fall-inspired private label items
Southeastern Grocers has limited-edition premium ice cream flavors and fresh bakery items, while Kroger has 14 products spanning pantry, bakery and floral.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 2, 2023 -
Retail shrink, theft changed little in 2022
But more retailers are concerned about escalating violence in stores, which experts say carries other costs beyond shrink.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 27, 2023 -
Target releases first private label kitchen brand, Figmint
Over half of the items are under $10, furthering the retailer’s effort to include more affordable price points.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2023 -
Kroger makes local sourcing pledge tied to Albertsons merger
The grocery giant said it will increase the number of local products in its stores by 10% once the proposed mega-merger closes.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 20, 2023 -
Walmart makes private label sustainability moves
The retailer announced last week it has added compostable cutlery to its Great Value line.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 18, 2023 -
Sprouts plans to open 40 stores, roll out loyalty program in 2024
The new store count, which executives detailed Tuesday at Goldman Sachs’ Global Retailing Conference, is a marked increase from the 30 stores the grocer is on track to add in 2023.
By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 13, 2023 -
Save Mart taps AI tech to deepen shopper insights and boost CPG relationships
The grocer expects its tie-up with SymphonyAI to help it “think differently from a strategic standpoint” as it works with suppliers, Senior Vice President of Merchandising and Marketing Mark Van Buskirk said in an interview.
By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 7, 2023 -
Atlanta Walmart store to include a police substation upon reopening, media reports say
The location that will house the law enforcement facility will be converted from a supercenter to a Neighborhood Market.
By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Giant Food to start receipt checks at DC store as it battles ‘unsustainable levels of product theft’
The grocer also plans to stop selling certain national brand health and beauty care items “in the coming weeks,” a spokesperson said.
By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 5, 2023