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The Friday Checkout: Inflation may have hit a high point, but groceries don’t seem to have noticed
Food costs are soaring even as gas prices decline, casting a spotlight on supermarkets as the economy plods ahead.
By Grocery Dive Staff • Aug. 12, 2022 -
BP plans to maximize East Coast footprint with NY c-store opening
California-based Ampm debuted in the Big Apple, with a grocery section of fruit, dry goods and a bakery, as well as a hot deli.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 12, 2022 -
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Pardon the Disruption: Why grocery chains are outperforming expectations amid inflation
Earnings reports from Albertsons, Ahold Delhaize and Publix show consumers still value the supermarket format despite record-high food prices. Can companies keep the momentum going long term?
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 11, 2022 -
Inflation, at-home eating lift Grocery Outlet’s Q2 comp sales
The discounter saw comparable store sales increase 11.2% year-over-year and net sales jump 15.7% to $897.7 million.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 10, 2022 -
Ahold Delhaize gaining momentum in the US amid rising price sensitivity
The company’s second-quarter performance exceeded expectations and was driven by its U.S. retail brands, which reported a 6.4% comps increase and 16.4% growth in online sales.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 10, 2022 -
Gopuff invests in delivery worker benefits amid business challenges
The instant delivery company now offers instant payment options for its workers, building on updates like an enhanced driver app and new support tools.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 9, 2022 -
7-Eleven reportedly acquires delivery startup, intends to compete with DoorDash
The c-store giant bought Skipcart, which provides same-day and on-demand delivery, according to The Information.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 8, 2022 -
Grocery store hiring remains strong in July
Employment in the food retailing industry has now expanded for two months in a row, reflecting brisk efforts by grocers to bring on employees in a highly competitive labor market.
By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 8, 2022 -
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The Friday Checkout: Instacart raises eyebrows with IPO plans
The company is reportedly planning to go public before 2022 ends and also expanding beyond food to fashion with limited edition streetwear products. Yes, there are carrots.
By Grocery Dive Staff • Aug. 5, 2022 -
Major c-store chain plans to open more food-focused, fuel-free locations
QuikTrip will open its second prepared foods-focused location next week in Oklahoma as it and other convenience operators continue to blur the lines with grocery stores and restaurants.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 5, 2022 -
Ahold Delhaize’s US logistics arm names Dollar General vet as head of distribution and transportation
Sanja Krajnovic, who previously oversaw more than half of the dollar retailer’s stores, will lead strategy and oversee 19 facilities at ADUSA.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 4, 2022 -
Sprouts looks to reignite store growth as quarterly sales increase
The specialty grocer’s comps grew 2% and store traffic increased in the second quarter, but analysts remain wary of its ability to stand out from the competition.
By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 4, 2022 -
Ahold Delhaize appoints first chief sustainability officer
Jan Ernst de Groot, who will continue to work as the company’s chief legal officer, will oversee the grocer's ESG efforts in the newly created role.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 4, 2022 -
Walmart lays off 200 from its corporate workforce
The retail giant said it’s evolving and while it is cutting some roles it will also create new ones in other areas.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 3, 2022 -
Whole Foods Market announces local accelerator program participants
The grocer has announced the first 10 brands to participate in its Local and Emerging Accelerator Program, which offers mentorship, resources and the opportunity to land on store shelves.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 3, 2022 -
How is grocery delivering on DEI?
A consumer-led push toward inclusion is driving food retailers forward in areas like supplier diversity and corporate transparency.
By Caroline Colvin • Aug. 3, 2022 -
Associated Wholesale Grocers, DoorDash offer online grocery services to independent retailers
Shoppers can place orders from retailers that source products from the food wholesaler without needing to select a time slot or meet a minimum order requirement.
By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 3, 2022 -
Publix earnings tumble as investments sour
Net earnings decreased by more than 37% in the quarter as the company reported an investment loss that exceeded $300 million.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 2, 2022 -
Target, Aldi among fastest growing private brands, report finds
While both retailers have made recent gains with shoppers, Walmart brands account for the top four brands by household penetration, Numerator noted.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 2, 2022 -
Amazon’s physical store sales rise 12.5%
The e-commerce giant has put together a string of quarterly store sales increases as inflation and at-home eating boost spending.
By Jeff Wells , Daphne Howland • Aug. 1, 2022 -
Dollar General ramps up its healthcare focus
The discounter has created an advisory panel of subject matter experts to help guide the chain’s health and wellness efforts.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 1, 2022 -
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The Friday Checkout: Amazon, not so Fresh?
While the retail giant has embraced tech with its grocery banners, a recent review of one of its Fresh stores raises the question: What about the food?
By Grocery Dive Staff • July 29, 2022 -
Trader Joe’s workers agree to unionize at Massachusetts store
This marks the first labor union at the popular grocery chain, with another two locations preparing to vote.
By Jeff Wells • Updated July 29, 2022 -
The Giant Company announces several top promotions
The Ahold Delhaize banner’s six leadership changes include new vice presidents of marketing, finance and omnichannel.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 28, 2022 -
Giant Food teams up with reusable packaging program Loop
The grocer plans to start offering the program this fall at its stores in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 28, 2022