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

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

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Blue Apron lays off 4% of workers as more users abandon service

The meal kit maker posted disappointing figures across all key metrics, including a decline in orders per customer and average revenue per customer.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018

Amazon confirms NYC, Northern Virginia as HQ2 locations

The company also announced a new Operations Center of Excellence in Nashville, Tennessee.

By Kristin Musulin , Chris Teale • Nov. 13, 2018

Ahold Delhaize wants to double online sales by 2021

The goal is part of a growth strategy that also includes boosting capital expenditures to 3% of sales and repositioning its Stop & Shop banner.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 13, 2018

Report: Target leads the way in omnichannel grocery shopping

Consulting firm Brick Meets Click finds that the retailer offers a more seamless experience between online and offline channels for customers than Kroger and Walmart. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 13, 2018

Ahold Delhaize invests in robotics research

The company has partnered with Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands to develop and test new prototypes.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 12, 2018

How grocers can drive brand loyalty in the age of disruption

With so many choices, consumers will gravitate towards retailers that feature the best deals and personalized offers, writes Curtis Tingle of Valassis.

By Curtis Tingle • Nov. 12, 2018

Stouffer's rolls out frozen meal kits nationwide

The Nestlé brand's four new offerings highlight the popularity of the trendy meal options along with frozen food makers' desire to stay relevant with consumers.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 12, 2018

Shoppable recipe startup Myxx expands with Walmart, Albertsons and H-E-B

The partnerships bring the company's cook-and-click platform to more than 10,000 grocery stores in the U.S. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 8, 2018

Kroger enables voice ordering for grocery pickup

The grocer has launched the service in six banner stores so far and says it will add more throughout this year and into 2019.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 8, 2018

Peapod names Ahold Delhaize online executive as its new president

Selma Postma, who helped transform Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn into an omnichannel retailer, will take over the post at the online grocer starting Jan. 1.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 8, 2018

Report: Walmart favored over Amazon among online grocery shoppers

Retail Feedback Group also found that around 50% more online grocery consumers purchase fresh foods through the channel compared to last year.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 7, 2018

Instacart takes store pickup service nationwide

The move follows a monthslong test with Aldi, Publix, Tops Markets and Sprouts Farmers Market, among other retailers.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 7, 2018

Can Peapod's expansion in New York keep it competitive?

The e-grocer is opening its fifth wareroom on Long Island, increasing its grocery delivery capabilities by 10% for the region. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 6, 2018

Just-ified: How FreshDirect's private brand is winning over online shoppers

Six years after its founding, the e-grocer's Just brand is focused on transparency and leveraging data to create one-of-a-kind selections.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 5, 2018

7 big takeaways from Groceryshop

There were no earth-shattering announcements, but it was refreshing to have a venue focused on the foundational changes taking place in the supermarket industry, writes Laura Heller of Performics.

By Laura Heller • Nov. 2, 2018

4 ways grocers can improve their online product content

Grocery e-commerce is growing, but retailers often fail to engage customers with photos, interactive elements and other features, writes Content Analytics CEO Dave Feinleib.

By David Feinleib • Nov. 1, 2018

Grocers look to e-commerce for a holiday sales boost

Sprouts Farmers Market, for one, will offer a separate portal featuring complete holiday meals and catering trays, as well as recipe inspiration, starting Nov. 7.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 1, 2018

Albertsons announces plans for automated e-commerce fulfillment

The grocer will build a 10,000-square-foot micro-fulfillment center inside one of its stores early next year.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 31, 2018

On-demand delivery startup Deliv secures $40M in funding

The new round raised the company's valuation to several hundred million dollars and offers further evidence of the growing interest by investors in the food delivery scene. 

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 31, 2018

How can AI and data help retailers personalize the grocery experience?

Executives from Earth Fare and Jet.com said companies need to know what they will do with the data they glean from artificial intelligence in order for it to really benefit their operations.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 30, 2018

Sam's Club 'close' to unveiling cashierless Amazon Go rival

After hinting at the tech-heavy store concept this summer, the big-box club retailer said it will soon open a cashierless store that banks on scan-and-go technology.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 30, 2018

Blue Apron to sell meal kits on Walmart's Jet.com

The struggling provider will offer four choices to customers in New York City and neighboring northern New Jersey starting at $16.99 beginning today.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 29, 2018

Groceryshop: Innovation, consumer expectations will drive e-grocery sales

New data from IGD predicts that online market share will double over the next five years, driven by new technology and expanded availability.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2018