Hy-Vee to convert 4 c-stores to Fast & Fresh Express in Iowa

The grocer will rebrand the former QuikTrip locations to a scaled-down version of its Fast & Fresh concept. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 21, 2020

Sprouts margins stabilize, traffic remains low

The retailer expects to see further progress as it improves its supply chain, expands its digital strategies and shifts marketing dollars.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 21, 2020

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Hy-Vee's restructuring plan zeroes in on management level

The plan is similar to competitors Kroger and Walmart as the Iowa-based grocer shifts the roles of some of its store leaders, potentially leading to layoffs. 

By Thai Phi Le • Feb. 20, 2020

Employees rally in DC against Safeway, while union reaches tentative deal with Giant Food

Next month Giant Food union members will decide if it will accept the deal, and Safeway employees will vote on whether to authorize a strike.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 20, 2020

Blue Apron considers sale as it posts more losses

The meal kit company, which continued to lose customers and revenue in Q4, is exploring options that include looking for a buyer, a merger or raising capital. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 20, 2020

Price Chopper invests $54M for Kansas City-area growth

The Kansas-based grocer will open new stores, remodel existing ones and expand fresh departments, including bakery, deli and meat. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 19, 2020

Grace's Marketplace implements e-commerce to strengthen in-store sales

After 35 years in business, the family-owned New York City retailer has partnered with Mercato on integrating online grocery to scale up while maintaining its neighborhood feel. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 19, 2020

Aldi to strengthen Long Island presence with 2 new stores

The discounter is expanding its footprint alongside competitors Lidl, Stop & Shop and Trader Joe's as the region becomes a hotbed for growth. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 18, 2020

Walmart posts 'tepid' Q4, but grocery offers bottom line boost

Despite missing expectations for sales during the quarter, grocery and health and wellness performed well, helped by its private brands and expanded omnichannel offerings.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 18, 2020

Walmart adds premium beverage Dirty Lemon to shelves

The direct-to-consumer health drink will be available in about 500 stores at a discounted price of $6.99 per bottle.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 18, 2020

Berkshire Hathaway takes more than $500M stake in Kroger

The firm run by Warren Buffet revealed a pickup of 18.9 million shares in the grocer.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 14, 2020

Wegmans revs up delivery to Manhattan

The grocer had previously delivered just to customers in Brooklyn, where it opened its first New York City store last fall.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 14, 2020

What is 'The Instacart Effect' anyway?

The online delivery service has created greater demand for grocery stores and boosted jobs and revenue, according to findings from a commissioned study.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 14, 2020

Meijer opens sushi restaurant and craft beer bar

The new concept serves beer from local Bell's Brewery to accompany chef-made rolls and non-sushi dishes like Asian chicken wings.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 13, 2020

Grocers fail customers on food recalls, report says

Only four of 26 major grocery chains offer sufficient public information about their recall policies, according to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 13, 2020

Ahold Delhaize beats earnings estimates as omnichannel momentum grows

Comparable sales for the company's U.S. business grew 2.3%, driven by online sales growth and continued strong performance from Food Lion and Hannaford.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 12, 2020

Kowalski's heads to the mall

The gourmet retailer plans to open two new locations inside Twin City shopping centers.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 12, 2020

Publix tests custom-designed reusable bags in Miami Beach

The grocer is giving away the bags for a limited time as it looks to raise awareness for sustainability and eliminate single-use plastic. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 12, 2020

Ahold Delhaize to shutter Peapod's Midwest division

The pullback will allow the company to further focus its attention and resources on the East Coast, where it operates hundreds of stores in addition to online shopping.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 11, 2020

Earth Fare employees sue company over failure to notify

A class-action suit claims the grocer violated the WARN Act, which typically requires 60 days’ notice of impending closures.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 11, 2020

Wegmans to carry specially bred produce

Row 7, a seed company co-founded by celebrity chef Dan Barber, has partnered with the grocer to sell badger flame beets and a unique variety of squash. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 10, 2020

Brandless shuts down

The online retailer will lay off 90% of its staff and cease operations as it reviews any acquisition offers, the company confirmed to Grocery Dive on Monday.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 10, 2020

Shipt reveals new logo, branding

The brand's first-ever refresh — paired with an updated website — are intended help customers better differentiate the company from its competitors.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 7, 2020

UNFI shakes up senior management

The retailer named a permanent CFO and new COO, and is also looking to fill key positions in supply chain and private brand development.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 7, 2020

GrubMarket continues acquisition tear

The West Coast e-grocer has acquired Organic Harvest Network to expand its supply from local, organic produce farmers.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 6, 2020