CEO of Parcel, Walmart's grocery delivery arm in NYC, departs

Jesse Kaplan's departure could deal a blow to the retailer's efforts to gain inroads in the Big Apple through its Jet.com business, Bloomberg writes.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 30, 2018

H-E-B set to release another round of wildly popular Selena bags

After a sellout that frustrated customers in March, the grocer says it's ready for the demand when it makes the bags available once again next week.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 29, 2018

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Family Dollar's rising costs and weakness ail Dollar Tree

Despite improvements to stores and changes to merchandise, Family Dollar continues to drag down its parent company.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 29, 2018

4 benefits of food and grocery consolidation

The food and grocery industries have been active with mergers and acquisitions in the last several years. What are some of the benefits to these deals? Food Dive and Grocery Dive have taken a close look and determined four major benefits of industry consolidation.

By Food Dive and Grocery Dive staff • Nov. 28, 2018

BJ's makes an assertive play for members and market share

The club retailer will expand to Michigan next year and continues to invest in lowering prices and building membership through digital channels.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 28, 2018

Faux meat, cannabidiol and kelp noodles: Grocers predict 2019 food trends

Retailers see notable evolutions ahead in high-growth categories like snacks, grab-and-go beverages and prepared foods.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 28, 2018

Instacart slashes membership and delivery fees

The e-commerce provider now charges $3.99 instead of $5.99 for same-day and next-day orders and has lowered its Instacart Express membership fee from $149 to $99.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 28, 2018

'No second thoughts': Assessing the Ahold Delhaize merger two years later

The company says it has achieved significant cost savings and is ready to expand, but experts question whether it has done enough to differentiate itself from competitors.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2018

Is Blue Apron's partnership with Costco on the rocks?

Sales of the company's meal kits are on pause at the wholesale giant during the holidays, but CEO Brad Dickerson says it is aiming to return in 2019.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2018

Q&A: The Fresh Market returns to its roots

Chief marketing officer Mary Kellmanson explains why the grocer is slowing expansion to focus on what makes it unique from other specialty retailers. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 26, 2018

H-E-B begins construction on its largest supply warehouse to date

The Texas grocer recently broke ground on the 1.6 million-square-foot space in San Antonio, which will support expanded operations and sales volume. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 26, 2018

Why retailers are relying on dietitians more than ever

With thinning margins and online health resources expanding, grocers are still finding room in their payrolls to add health specialists that bring a personalized touch to wellness. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 26, 2018

Tops completes financial restructuring

The company says it's focused on rolling out new services, building upon existing ones and creating a better shopping experience.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 21, 2018

SpartanNash to buy Martin's Super Markets

The retailer/wholesaler will pick up 21 stores in the deal, bringing its grocery store footprint to 160 locations across nine states.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 20, 2018

ShopRite partners with Perdue to expand 'No Antibiotics, Ever' chicken line

The retailer's change to its prepared fried chicken follows its launch of antibiotic-free rotisserie products in 2017. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 20, 2018

Target shares fall after missing earnings estimates

The retailer's Q3 earnings were a mixed bag, as it reported lower than expected earnings per share while e-commerce and same-store sales hit record highs. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 20, 2018

Global food prices face a 'melting pot of risks' in 2019: Rabobank

The Dutch banking and financial services company forecasts continued uncertainty due to ongoing trade wars, livestock diseases and extreme weather.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 19, 2018

Kroger's first Ocado fulfillment center will be built in Cincinnati

The $55 million shed will be equipped with robotic and digital capabilities and will staff more than 400 workers.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 19, 2018

Stop WALMART Act takes aim at CEO pay, minimum wage

The act would require large employers to implement a $15 minimum wage, reduce CEO pay and add more PTO for workers in order to continue buying back stock.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 16, 2018

Cashierless technology startup Standard Cognition raises $40M

The company plans to use the funds for rapid global expansion of its AI-powered autonomous checkout, which could provide competition for Amazon Go.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 16, 2018

Lidl's acquisition of Best Market could 'jump-start' the discounter's US push

The discount retailer's decision to add 27 stores in New York and New Jersey should improve results but also create new operational challenges, according to one industry expert interviewed by Grocery Dive.

By Christopher Doering , Krishna Thakker • Nov. 16, 2018

Walmart's e-commerce sales soar 43% helped by grocery demand

The retail giant has grown its market share in every major online category, with rising levels of satisfaction among younger shoppers, according to GlobalData Retail.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 15, 2018

New study analyzes proposed Farm Bill changes to SNAP

The recommended changes would not only have major implications for families who receive benefits, but for food retailers like Dollar Tree and Dollar General as well, according to an analysis by Mathematica Policy Research.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 15, 2018

Whole Foods uses Thanksgiving deals to nab new customers

The grocer has rolled out turkey discounts and expedited home delivery — and once again, Prime members stand to benefit the most. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 14, 2018

Ahold Delhaize open to M&A as part of its push to dominate local markets

At its Capital Markets Day in New York City, the grocery chain laid out what executives called an "ambitious" plan to strengthen its banners' market share and grow online sales.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018