Corporate Operations: Page 23

  • Exterior shot of a Publix store in North Carolina.
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    Publix names Kevin Murphy as next CEO

    Murphy will replace current CEO Todd Jones, who is slated to become the grocer's executive chairman, on Jan. 1.

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
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    Catherine Douglas Moran/Grocery Dive
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    Farm bill extension continues prohibition on EBT processing fees for SNAP purchases

    The National Grocers Association praised the continued pause on the fees even as it advocates for a permanent end to them.

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
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    Trendline

    Retail media

    Grocers of all sizes are continuing to test the bounds of digital retail media capabilities through the launch of new capabilities and third-party partnerships.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    Kroger shared sensitive customer health data without permission, lawsuit claims

    The grocer is facing a federal class-action suit alleging that the company added code to its web servers that secretly sent people’s private information to Facebook’s parent company Meta.

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
  • Better for you frozen options at a Target in Washington, D.C.
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    The Friday Checkout: Health and wellness trends to watch in 2024

    Specialty distributor KeHe predicts a growing emphasis on functionality, convenience and clean ingredients among consumers.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Nov. 17, 2023
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    NRF releases 4 principles for AI use in retail

    The organization is providing a framework to encourage the proper application of artificial intelligence technology. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 17, 2023
  • Walmart storefront sign.
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    Walmart records grocery gains in Q3 but feels inflationary heat

    The retailer is working to lower food prices to help consumers spend more on general merchandise as the holidays near, executives told investors.

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
  • A Target storefront with the company's signature red color scheme and bullseye logo
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    Target CEO touts ‘meaningful improvement’ in profits even as revenue falls 4.2%

    The retailer said easing inflation could bring shoppers back to discretionary categories as it adds updated merchandise for the holiday season.

    By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Megan Poinski/Grocery Dive
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    Giant Eagle ends fuel rewards program

    The grocer intends to stop operating fuelperks+ on Jan. 25 and will transfer enrolled shoppers to myPerks, which provides discounts on groceries as well as fuel benefits.

    By • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Save A Lot CEO steps down

    Following Leon Bergmann’s exit on Oct. 31, the discounter said board member Fred Boehler will serve as interim CEO while the company conducts a search for a successor. 

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
  • Publix in Florida
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    Publix plans to enter Kroger’s home turf with Cincinnati-area store

    The Boone, Kentucky, location will span 55,701 square feet and is projected to open in 2025. 

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
  • Amazon Fresh storefront in Woodland Hills, California.
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    Amazon sets the pace in grocery personalization, Dunnhumby finds

    The e-commerce giant earned the top score in a report released Tuesday by the data analysis firm, followed by H-E-B, Kroger and Giant Eagle.

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
  • La Fruteria section in new Vallarta Carson store location.
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    Vallarta Supermarkets debuts custom fruit bowl section at latest store

    At its location in Carson, California, the grocery chain unveiled La Fruteria, a new department designed to resemble fruit stands found on the streets of Los Angeles.

    By • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Dorothy Lane Market breaks ground on its largest store

    When completed, the independent gourmet grocer’s location in Mason, Ohio, will feature a main level spanning 50,000 square feet and a 9,000-square-foot mezzanine.

    By • Nov. 13, 2023
  • The produce department at Amazon Fresh in Woodland Hills, California.
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    Amazon Fresh focusing on grocery ‘fundamentals’ with updated stores, top exec says

    After three years and a highly publicized pause on expansion, the chain is hoping to move ahead by getting back to industry basics, said Vice President of Retail Claire Peters.

    By • Nov. 13, 2023
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    SpartanNash’s sales turn negative as its Amazon business weakens

    The grocery distributor and retailer posted net sales of $2.26 billion during the third quarter, down 1.4% from the same period last year, but remains committed to working with Amazon.

    By • Nov. 10, 2023
  • A photo of the exterior of a Holiday Stationstores location.
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    Coborn’s sells 14 Holiday Stationstores locations

    The central Minnesota sites were acquired by Holiday, a subsidiary of Alimentation Couche-Tard, while the grocer will continue operating its Little Dukes convenience stores. 

    By Jessica Loder • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Ahold Delhaize’s results lose steam

    The grocer’s comparable sales, net sales, operating income and online sales all lost momentum year over year during the third quarter.

    By • Nov. 9, 2023
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    Amazon is extending grocery delivery and pickup to non-Prime users nationwide

    The online services are now available to non-members throughout the U.S. through Amazon Fresh, and will soon expand to markets where Whole Foods operates.

    By • Nov. 9, 2023
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    Grocery Outlet achieves $1B in net sales amidst digital transition headwinds

    The discounter’s third-quarter results took a hit from inventory issues due to the recent switch to new systems. 

    By • Nov. 8, 2023
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    Gerrity’s completes conversion to The Fresh Grocer format

    Ten supermarkets in Northeastern Pennsylvania underwent the transition over 10 weeks after the family-owned grocer announced the rebrand in June.

    By • Nov. 8, 2023
  • Inside a store, a sign above bags says "Eco-friendly for our neighbors."
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    Ahold Delhaize’s chief sustainability officer to retire

    The grocer plans to create a dedicated sustainability role on its executive committee after Jan Ernst de Groot, who also serves as the company’s chief legal officer, departs next May.

    By • Nov. 7, 2023
  • A table set for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.
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    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 • Nov. 6, 2023
  • The interior of a clothing store.
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    Amazon closing brick-and-mortar apparel stores as it steps up grocery focus

    The closures involve just two locations, but represent a further retreat from non-grocery brick-and-mortar retail.

    By Daphne Howland • Nov. 3, 2023
  • Exterior of a Safeway store.
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    The Friday Checkout: In-store bank branches are cashing out

    Banks closed more than a tenth of their branches in retail stores like supermarkets during the 12 months that ended June 30, according to an S&P Global Market Intelligence analysis.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • Nov. 3, 2023
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    Walmart, Amazon see gains in fulfillment pivots as holidays near

    The rival retailers are zeroing in on improved speed and efficiencies with changes to their e-commerce fulfillment strategies. 

    By , Kelly Stroh • Nov. 3, 2023