Publix's profits shoot up in Q1

Net sales totaled $9.7 billion and same-store sales increased 1.9%, though a calendar shift around Easter produced slightly lower-than-expected results.

By Krishna Thakker • May 2, 2019

Sprouts beats Q1 estimates, reports 60% delivery growth

The natural grocer said customers are increasingly recognizing it as an omnichannel destination as delivery now reaches all of its markets.

By Jessica Dumont • May 2, 2019

Blue Apron trims losses in Q1

Sales and customer count continued to slide as the meal kit company announced a new same-day delivery pilot in the San Francisco Bay Area.

By Krishna Thakker • April 30, 2019

Amazon 'morphing' free Prime 2-day shipping to 1 day

The e-commerce giant is investing some $800 million to upgrade the infrastructure for its most-appreciated Prime membership perk.

By Daphne Howland • April 26, 2019

Stop & Shop strike hits Ahold Delhaize's bottom line

The company estimates the 11-day strike will impact underlying profit by as much as $110 million.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 24, 2019

Walgreens sees Kroger partnership as a way forward

After reporting its worst earnings since 2014, Walgreens executives said they plan to focus on grocery and other non-pharmacy offerings to boost business.

By Jessica Dumont • April 3, 2019

Kroger sells Turkey Hill brand

Private equity firm Peak Rock Capital acquired the CPG business for an undisclosed amount as Kroger focuses on its house brands.

By Jeff Wells • March 20, 2019

Costco raises wages as Q2 earnings beat estimates

The retailer announced earnings grew 27% year-over-year and increased its minimum wage to $15 an hour to combat a tight labor market. 

By Krishna Thakker • March 8, 2019

Target CEO: New grocery structure brings 'significant benefits'

The retailer saw its sixth straight quarter of comps growth in food and beverage, while traffic and overall sales were the best in more than a decade.

By Corinne Ruff , Jeff Wells • March 6, 2019

UNFI's integration challenges deepen

Top-line sales beat analysts' estimates but the distributor cut its earnings forecast, citing higher-than-expected integration costs for Supervalu facilities.

By Jeff Wells • March 6, 2019

Publix sales surge 3.8% in Q4 despite rising competition

Separately, the Florida-based grocer announced a partnership with Flagler Health+ to establish three telehealth sites at locations in Florida.

By Krishna Thakker • March 4, 2019

Kroger's Smith's to stop accepting Visa credit cards

This is the grocer's second banner store that will no longer take the card due to high merchant fees. 

By Krishna Thakker • March 1, 2019

Sprouts executives pleased with growth in e-commerce and store brands

The natural grocer attributed positive Q4 results to same-store sales and new store performance, but 2019 guidance missed investors' expectations.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 22, 2019

SpartanNash misses Q4 expectations

A previously disclosed non-cash charge, higher transportation and warehousing costs along with the recent romaine lettuce recall negatively impacted results, the company said.

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 21, 2019

Walmart e-commerce sales grow 43%

The big-box retailer is seeing more customers using its online grocery services and larger basket sizes. 

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 19, 2019

Whole Foods has raised prices, but it's not the only one

The retailer's lower-price positioning took a hit as it faces rising manufacturer costs and expiring promotional contracts.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 13, 2019

Smart & Final reportedly exploring sale

The warehouse retailer has reached out to potential private equity buyers, though a deal is not assured, Reuters reported. 

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 5, 2019

Whole Foods sees uptick in Q4 sales

Amazon reported its physical store sales dropped 3% during the quarter, but gained 6% when factoring in a calendar shift and online shopping at the grocer.

By Daphne Howland , Jeff Wells • Feb. 1, 2019

Ahold Delhaize sales jump 2.6% in US as online growth accelerates in Q4

The Dutch-Belgian grocer posted 2018 sales in America of $42.6 billion, a 2.5% drop from a year earlier, but a 1.9% gain when adjusted to constant exchange rates.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 23, 2019

Weis Markets rolls out aggressive price cuts

The Pennsylvania-based grocer has lowered prices on more than 7,000 items as both value chains and high-end competitors threaten its business.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 22, 2019

Retailers brace for busy weekend as February SNAP benefits come early

Despite the federal shutdown, states can disperse next month's $4.8 billion worth of SNAP benefits until Jan. 20, leaving many grocers stocking up in preparation for the rush. 

By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 15, 2019

Albertsons reports strongest ID sales growth in more than 2 years

Same-store sales for the retailer grew 1.9% for the quarter ended Dec. 1 while its e-commerce business grew 73%.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 15, 2019

Supreme Court to consider if SNAP sales data should be public

The appeal by the Food Marketing Institute follows a circuit court ruling last year that the data should be made available under the Freedom of Information Act.  

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 14, 2019

Micro-markets inside health centers could be just what the doctor ordered

A hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan this week became the latest health care facility to open a full-service grocery store on its campus.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 10, 2019

Stop & Shop to acquire Long Island's King Kullen chain

The 37-store acquisition will beef up the Ahold Delhaize banner's presence on Long Island, and follows close behind Lidl's pickup of Best Market stores in the hotly contested region.    

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 4, 2019