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Grocery sales continue to lose steam
Spending at grocery stores ticked up 1.1% in June compared with the same month in 2022, according to estimated figures published Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau.
By Sam Silverstein • July 19, 2023 -
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Kroger says Boost membership enrollment has ‘exceeded’ expectations
The grocer said its paid membership program, which rolled out nationwide last year, has so far saved members more than $115 million.
By Peyton Bigora • July 19, 2023 -
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TrendlineRetail 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.
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How New Season’s upcycling efforts are saving money, reducing food waste
The Portland, Oregon-area grocery chain is diverting rotisserie chicken, berry and ground beef products from waste streams and looking to repurpose more items, such as bread.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 19, 2023 -
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Supply chain leaders should invest in automation, labor retention, report finds
Both can help secure business continuity, maintain service levels and reduce cost variations, according to a new report from FMI and Boston Consulting Group.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 18, 2023 -
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What it takes for regional grocers to maximize retail media
Whether companies rely on third parties or go in alone to kickstart a platform, experts and food retailers know these smaller chains face an uphill battle entering the space.
By Peyton Bigora • July 18, 2023 -
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Raley’s appoints new vice president of community impact, public affairs
Chelsea Minor, who has worked for the California-based grocer since 2015, will oversee areas including public relations, governmental affairs, communications and sustainability.
By Peyton Bigora • July 17, 2023 -
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Aspartame safety: What grocers need to know
In the wake of conflicting reports on the artificial sweetener, food retailers’ dietitians can find the sweet spot between shopper education and nudging people toward healthy eating, FMI says.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 17, 2023 -
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7-Eleven rolling out refreshed coffee program, more private label goods to stores
The company has upgraded to bean-to-cup machines and iced coffee options in more than 4,800 stores so far.
By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2023 -
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How grocers can turn up the heat on grilling season sales
Thirty-one percent of shoppers surveyed in May said they have a new grill, according to Circana data, while 24% have a “new or improved outdoor eating area.”
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 14, 2023 -
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Instacart unveils coworking space tie-up
The new partnership with Industrious continues the e-commerce company’s efforts to expand its B2B unit and diversify its revenue streams.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 13, 2023 -
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Albertsons reinventing digital circulars with Meta pilot
For the trial, the grocer’s retail media arm is replacing traditional digital circular ads with dynamic ad campaigns across Facebook and Instagram.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 12, 2023 -
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Target elevates 17-year veteran to CMO
Lisa Roath previously served as the retailer’s senior vice president of food and beverage merchandising.
By Chris Kelly • July 12, 2023 -
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Brookshire Grocery prescribes a sale for most of its pharmacies
The Texas-based grocer has agreed to sell all of its 120 pharmacies in Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas to Walgreens, but will hold onto pharmacies in stores it operates under its Reasor’s banner in Oklahoma.
By Sam Silverstein • July 11, 2023 -
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How H-E-B is upgrading its online pharmacy tools
The grocer recently added the ability for customers to manage multiple pharmacy profiles in its mobile app after combining its pharmacy and grocery apps and websites earlier this year.
By Sam Silverstein • July 11, 2023 -
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Deep DiveHow Lowes Foods uses digital to supercharge its unique shopping experience
The North Carolina-based grocer, which focuses on in-store entertainment, sees omnichannel evolution as an important way to amplify its brand identity.
By Jeff Wells • July 11, 2023 -
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Island Pacific Supermarkets appoints new CMO
The Filipino American chain appointed Christine Peebles, marketing veteran for Avery Products Corporation, Nestlé, PepsiCo and The Hershey Company, in June.
By Peyton Bigora • July 10, 2023 -
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Lidl reportedly closing 5 US locations
The German chain, which began operating in the United States in 2017, is shuttering stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and New Jersey, according to local media reports.
By Sam Silverstein • July 10, 2023 -
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DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber Eats sue NYC over minimum delivery pay hike
The wage rule requires delivery firms to pay workers $19.96 an hour by 2025, the latest development in regulatory battles between aggregators and the city.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 7, 2023 -
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Southeastern Grocers rolls out ‘clean label’ private brand
The grocer’s new line, Know & Love, will launch gradually through 2024 and ultimately include more than 1,000 items, including dairy products, produce, ready-made foods and household goods.
By Sam Silverstein • July 7, 2023 -
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ColumnThe Friday Checkout: Publix is building anticipation around its Kentucky debut
The Florida-based grocery chain is using a dedicated website to keep prospective customers and workers in the loop about jobs, product offerings and store openings in the state.
By Grocery Dive Staff • July 7, 2023 -
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Amazon Fresh begins offering Prime Day discounts
As the struggling chain looks to drive traffic, it’s offering shoppers 20% off in-store orders of $50 or more over the coming days, and 25% off during Prime Day, which runs July 11-12.
By Peyton Bigora • July 6, 2023 -
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Ahold Delhaize shareholders approve appointment of new CFO
Jolanda Poots-Bijl will join the grocery company in mid-August as executive vice president and a member of the executive committee and become its top financial executive on Oct. 1.
By Sam Silverstein • July 6, 2023 -
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How Stop & Shop is refocusing its multicultural aisles in New York City
Four stores in the city now offer multiple rows of goods from different categories reflecting their respective community’s racial, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Peyton Bigora • July 5, 2023 -
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The Fresh Market celebrates 41st birthday with surprise box
The grocer said the box, which includes vanilla ice cream, party supplies and a choice of cake, “takes all the hassle out of finding the perfect last-minute gift for a friend or loved one's birthday.”
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 5, 2023 -
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Lunds & Byerlys workers secure ‘historic’ contract win
The agreement, which was ratified Saturday, provides wage increases to the chain’s 2,500 workers, particularly benefiting part-time and custodial positions.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 5, 2023
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