Postponement of Albertsons’ $4B dividend extended to December

The legal battle over whether the grocer can make the shareholder payout now goes to a hearing early next month, and the payment remains blocked until then.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 17, 2022

Grocery sales rise 8% in October

Spending increased at food retailers at the fastest rate since July on an annual basis, and rose compared with the previous month at the quickest pace in 2022.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 16, 2022

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Giant Food links with prepaid debit card program to tackle food insecurity

With the tie-up, the Fresh Connect program is expanding to all of banner’s locations in Washington, D.C., and participants will be able to access free classes, consultations and resources offered by the grocer. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 16, 2022

Ahold Delhaize USA CEO to step down

Kevin Holt plans to leave the post in April before retiring at the end of 2023, and the company will nominate JJ Fleeman, the company’s chief commercial and digital officer, to the top role.

By Jeff Wells , Sam Silverstein • Nov. 15, 2022

Foxtrot expands to Maryland with 23rd location

The store marks the chain’s fifth location in the greater Washington, D.C., area, and includes an assortment of local products and dining areas, including an outdoor patio.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 14, 2022

Stop & Shop focuses on meal experiences in new TV spot

The latest installment in the grocery chain’s “Feed the Moment” campaign draws attention to its private label selection while also acknowledging inflationary pressures.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 14, 2022

The Friday Checkout: Falling inflation could pose challenges for grocers

Reasonable upward pressure on prices can be beneficial for supermarket operators, so an extended trend toward slowing inflation could eventually become a headwind for the industry.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Nov. 11, 2022

Washington court extends pause on Albertsons’ $4B dividend: Reuters

The fight over whether the grocer can make the shareholder payout now goes to a hearing on Nov. 17, and the payment remains blocked until then.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 11, 2022

NGA welcomes FTC’s renewed crackdown on unfair competition

The grocery trade association has demanded for months that regulators and members of Congress address anti-competitive practices. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 11, 2022

Ahold Delhaize posts strong Q3 results as Stop & Shop moves ahead

The grocery company saw same-store sales in the U.S. rise by 8.2%, but earnings were hurt by its decision in August to scale back operations at its FreshDirect e-grocery service.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 10, 2022

Target pivots to larger stores with new 150K-square-foot format

The new concept is 20,000 square feet larger than the company average, with more space for pickup services, fulfillment and an expanded merchandise assortment.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 10, 2022

Albertsons notches win in fight over $4B dividend

A federal district court has denied a restraining order request by the attorneys general of California, Illinois and Washington, D.C., against the grocery company’s investor payout, which was originally slated for Nov. 7.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 9, 2022

Grocery Outlet names new CEO

President RJ Sheedy will take on the top role as Eric Lindberg transitions to chairman of the discounter’s board.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 8, 2022

Trader Joe’s accused of bad faith bargaining by union

Trader Joe’s United filed unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board claiming the grocer has refused to bargain in “good faith.”

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 8, 2022

SpartanNash to cut banners as it looks to sharpen its image

The grocery distributor and retailer plans to consolidate its fleet of about 150 stores under its Family Fare, Supermercado, Martin’s and D&W banners, company executives said during its inaugural investor day.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 8, 2022

Sprouts expands emerging product sourcing across store fleet

Supplier platform Pod Foods said it is building on the success of its launch at roughly 130 of the specialty grocer’s stores earlier this year.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 8, 2022

How regional grocers can leverage the Kroger-Albertsons merger to fuel growth

The combined mega-grocer would pose a significant threat — but there are ways for smaller chains to pivot and pick up valuable resources, write David Ritter and Conor Gaffney with Alvarez & Marsal.

By David Ritter and Conor Gaffney • Nov. 7, 2022

National Grocers Association offers food traceability solution

In a partnership with ReposiTrak, the trade group is waiving the $2,000 setup fee for its members to access a network where suppliers, wholesalers and retailers share data.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 7, 2022

Grocers shed positions in October as job market remains solid

The loss of 2,700 positions last month came after the industry added roles during each of the previous four months, according to preliminary figures published Friday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 7, 2022

Homeland Grocery Stores name Walmart, Amazon veteran as new president and CEO

David Criscione, who helped launch Amazon’s physical stores, is taking over an Oklahoma-based chain that runs 78 grocery stores in four states.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 4, 2022

The Friday Checkout: Observations on Chicago’s transforming grocery landscape

The proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger is drawing fresh attention to the city's competitive grocery market, which is filled with local grocers and entrepreneurs aiming to stand out.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Nov. 4, 2022

Albertsons’ special dividend halted by Washington court

The $4 billion payout was set to take place Monday, but will now await a hearing next Thursday to determine whether it can happen.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 4, 2022

How Dom’s Kitchen & Market is addressing 5 grocery trends

From weaving customer data into the fabric of its business to owning e-commerce, the Chicagoland grocery startup is looking to stay ahead of key industry developments. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 3, 2022

State AGs sue to stop Albertsons’ $4B dividend

The payout would weaken the grocer as it looks to merge with Kroger, officials of California, Illinois, Washington and Washington, D.C., claimed in a pair of lawsuits.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 3, 2022

Walmart adds new health clinics in Florida

The 16 new locations will open by next fall, the retail giant announced last week.

By Rebecca Pifer • Nov. 2, 2022