Energy savings are freeing up investment capital for grocers

More grocers are implementing LED lighting, thermal energy storage and other green technologies to reduce their carbon footprints and save money. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 20, 2018

SpartanNash ramps up online ordering to alleviate sliding retail business

Continued growth in the company's distribution unit helped offset impact from a recall of its Caito Foods' fresh-cut produce and lagging sales. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 17, 2018

In the battle for grocery dominance, Walmart takes the upper hand

The mega-retailer's recent earnings showed it captures a quarter of the entire food market. No other entity even comes close.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 17, 2018

Fresh foods and e-commerce boost Walmart's strong earnings

Riding an increase in consumer spending, the retail giant posted its strongest grocery comps in nine years, while online sales grew 40%.

By Corinne Ruff • Aug. 16, 2018

Full Harvest secures $8.5M to sell imperfect produce

The company, which helps farmers distribute flawed or excess fruits and vegetables, will use this latest funding round to expand its operations. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 16, 2018

Kroger chops prices in Wisconsin stores

The company lowered costs for thousands of items at Pick n' Save, Metro Market and Copps stores, attempting to hold onto its lead in the state.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 15, 2018

HelloFresh won't break even until 2019

The German meal-kit provider will instead use profits to expand its offerings and continue boosting its customer count.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 14, 2018

Ahold Delhaize will leverage Peapod to grow e-commerce

During the company’s most recent earnings report, U.S. online sales grew just 7.7%, versus the industry average of 25%. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 13, 2018

Albertsons and Rite Aid cancel merger amid shareholder opposition

The $24 billion deal was criticized by investors and advisory firms as undervaluing the drug store chain, with the owner of Safeway and its namesake grocery unwilling to raise its offer.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 9, 2018

Ahold Delhaize hits earnings expectations, but US sales struggle

Competition has challenged banners such as Stop & Shop, but the Dutch company plans to fight back with digital innovation and store updates.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 8, 2018

Kroger considers sale of Turkey Hill business

Offloading the popular ice cream brand could help the grocer pay off debt and free up funds to invest in becoming the next e-commerce giant.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 8, 2018

Good Catch Foods makes a splash with $8.7M investment

The company uses a six-bean blend to create faux seafood products like fish-free tuna and crab-free cakes. 

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 8, 2018

Albertsons-Rite Aid merger faces headwinds ahead of Thursday vote

Two advisory firms have come out against the deal, and this week the drug store chain lowered its profitability guidance for the year — an "unusual" move, according to one analyst.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 7, 2018

Albertsons joins forces with venture capital firm to invest in emerging technologies

The grocer has partnered with Greycroft to create a $50 million fund that will be used for the company's digital transformation.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 3, 2018

Kroger buys real estate to get Lucky's in Florida

Rather than go head-to-head with Publix on its home turf, the grocer is helping bankroll a promising upstart that attracts consumers looking for natural, organic and private label groceries.

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 2, 2018

Expansions, real estate deals boost Publix Q2 earnings

The Florida-based grocer capitalized on its renowned customer service while expanding, helping the company post a 24.5% jump in net earnings.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 2, 2018

Blue Apron posts loss as customer count falls 24%

The meal kit maker's CEO called 2018 "a year of transition" as the company grapples with higher marketing costs, fewer users of the platform and challenges reaching profitability. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 2, 2018

Three startups secure a total of $350M to challenge traditional players in food and beverage space

Brandless, Bulletproof and Apeel each announced new funding this week, which they will use to extend their footprints and technology. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 1, 2018

Report: Online grocery reaches 5.5% of total sales

Regular shoppers have accounted for much of the recent growth, according to Brick Meets Click, which noted that supermarkets are well-positioned to capture future e-commerce sales. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 1, 2018