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    USDA prepared to issue subpoenas in beef price-gouging investigation

    The department is exploring the impact of food system consolidation as it looks to "more vigorously enforce" competition rules in the meat and grocery industries.

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    The Friday Checkout: Club stores are doing more to stand out

    Sam’s Club is opening a checkout-free store near Dallas while Costco is lowering prices on key items under its Kirkland Signature brand.

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    Stop & Shop cuts prices on thousands of products in Rhode Island

    The East Coast supermarket chain is also adding kiosks to stores that will allow customers to print coupons and activate deals.

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    Stop & Shop pressed on pricing by 4 Democratic lawmakers

     The politicians’ letter to Ahold Delhaize CEO Frans Muller asked for an explanation on pricing discrepancies between Massachusetts locations.

    Updated Oct. 11, 2024
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    Automated-checkout company Grabango shuts down

    The tech company, which made a significant reduction in its workforce last year, was unable to secure the funding it needed to continue operating, a spokesperson said.

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    How Weis Markets is getting an e-commerce boost with Amazon

    The East Coast grocer was initially skeptical about linking with the online giant, but has reaped benefits including expanding its reach to more metro areas, the company’s CIO said.

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    Save A Lot appoints new chief operating officer

    Bill Mayo, who joined the company earlier this year, is taking on additional responsibilities following Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer Trey Johnson’s retirement.

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    Amazon bundles online shopping of groceries and non-food items

    The company is diversifying its marketplace and fulfillment centers to allow Prime members to add goods from Amazon.com, Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods in one cart.

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    Wakefern names former Save Mart exec as GVP of fresh

    Mark Van Buskirk brings more than 35 years of grocery experience, including at Albertsons and convenience store chain Jacksons Food Stores, to his new role.

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    Lidl to relaunch its brand in the US

    The German discount grocer plans to launch a marketing campaign on Oct. 16 aimed at boosting the chain’s name recognition with shoppers on this side of the Atlantic.

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    SpartanNash opens 2nd pilot for grocery store modernization strategy

    The company’s remodeled location in Sparta, Michigan, includes items popular at the first test store such as a beef jerky bar, specialty cheeses and healthy meal kits.

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    The Save Mart Companies exits distribution business, links with C&S

    The regional grocer said it is closing two distribution centers this fall as it looks to “maximize supply chain efficiencies” in a competitive environment.

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    Kroger gives its membership program a streaming boost

    The grocery company now lets Kroger Plus members choose between a Disney+, Hulu or ESPN+ subscription.

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    ‘Healthcare is complicated’: Kroger’s complex journey to link food with health

    The grocery company’s health arm aims to connect people with health, wellness and nutrition solutions while battling legislative and healthcare industry challenges.

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    Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn

    The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.

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    Sam’s Club to open location without checkout stations

    Shoppers at the digitally focused store, due to open next week in Grapevine, Texas, will need to use the retailer’s Scan & Go app to make purchases.

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    DoorDash expands Wegmans partnership, adds 4 local grocers to marketplace

    The company continues to link up with regional and specialty grocers as it expands its delivery services beyond restaurants.

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    Albertsons’ retail media arm adds 3 new executives

    The new hires come as the grocery company continues to forge ahead with its retail media capabilities and reach.

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    Albertsons to pay nearly $4M to settle civil law enforcement complaint

    The grocer engaged in false advertising and unfair competition by unlawfully charging higher prices on goods, according to Los Angeles’ district attorney. 

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    Instacart adds games, personalized coupons to its smart carts

    The new capabilities aim to deliver benefits for brands and retailers while also driving repeated customer use of the technology.

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    C&S chief procurement officer retires

    Michael Papaleo is leaving as the company waits to find out if its plan to buy hundreds of supermarkets from Kroger and Albertsons will proceed.

  • A van flows in floodwaters near the Biltmore Village in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on September 28, 2024 in Asheville, North Carolina. Hurricane Helene made landfall Thursday night in Florida's Big Bend with winds up to 140 mph.
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    The Friday Checkout: How grocers are lending a hand in the wake of Hurricane Helene

    Kroger, Hy-Vee and Publix are among the companies providing support to impacted communities hit by the deadly storm.

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    Why Whole Foods’ Daily Shops won’t feature Just Walk Out tech

    Display movement is “very restricted” when the tech is in use, a Whole Foods executive said during a store tour of the new format.

    Updated Oct. 7, 2024
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    Grocers tap into alcohol sales with stand-alone liquor stores

    Stand-alone stores allow retailers to get around state liquor sale restrictions and can provide them with a new opportunity for growth, experts say.

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    ILA port strike ends through tentative deal

    The agreement, which extends the parties’ master agreement, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.