Discount Grocers

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    Specialty and discount grocers carry industry in store visit growth

    These chains are consistently outperforming traditional supermarkets as consumers seek out curated assortments and lower prices, a new report found.

    By • Nov. 12, 2024
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    Lidl promises Thanksgiving dinner for 10 for $45

    The private label-focused discounter’s holiday meal promotion includes a Shady Brook Farms turkey for 39 cents per pound.

    By • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Lidl looks to hold onto its roots as it reboots its image

    The German grocery chain wants to focus on fresh offerings and expand in three core U.S. markets, its top stateside executive said.

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
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    How grocers are jockeying for position in an age of rapid change

    The annual Groceryshop conference spotlighted the forces redefining how retailers, tech companies and customers approach grocery shopping.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024
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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.

    By • Oct. 9, 2024
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    Is Lidl poised to finally turn the corner in the US?

    The grocer is making key merchandising changes and its chief customer officer sees “untapped potential.” But analysts say the discounter still faces a challenging road ahead.

    By • June 17, 2024
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    Discounters are winning as shoppers demand high quality and low prices: report

    Chains like Aldi and Walmart are gaining ground with shoppers by stepping up their focus on fresh food and convenience, according to Boston Consulting Group.

    By • June 12, 2024
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    Dollar Tree to explore spinoff or sale of Family Dollar

    The underperforming banner has been a drag on operations since its acquisition.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 5, 2024
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    Lidl to revamp meat and poultry department

    The retailer plans to update how it merchandises those products and launch a new private label for packaged meats in time for the Fourth of July, its new chief customer officer said.

    By • May 23, 2024
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    The Friday Checkout: The stars should be aligned for discounters, so what toppled 99 Cents Only Stores?

    Consumers' fixation on inflation has allowed most discounters to capitalize on the grocery space.

    By Grocery Dive Staff • April 11, 2024