Consumer sentiment slumps on fears tariffs will fuel inflation

Shoppers are “clearly bracing for a resurgence in inflation,” said Joanne Hsu, director of the University of Michigan’s Surveys of Consumers.

By Jim Tyson • Feb. 25, 2025

Consumer confusion holds back sales of natural and organic products, research finds

Three-quarters of Acosta survey respondents said they recently bought at least one natural or organic item, but 40% think the terms mean the same thing.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 21, 2025

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The Friday Checkout: Are major changes coming to SNAP?

The food assistance program faces potential funding cuts and changes to the list of eligible items. Should grocers be worried?

By Grocery Dive Staff • Feb. 21, 2025

Walmart credits grocery as a ‘standout category’ fueling earnings

The retailer also saw significant gains in e-commerce during its latest quarter as U.S. sales for the channel increased 20%.

By Peyton Bigora , Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated Feb. 20, 2025

Independent grocers face ‘significant financial losses’ amid egg shortages, NGA says

State regulators should waive minimum egg stocking requirements for retailers that serve WIC customers, the trade group said in a letter to the USDA secretary.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 20, 2025

How grocers can stay on top with consumers in online shopping

Traditional grocers beat mass retailers and dollar stores when it comes to customer satisfaction. But they need to improve transparency and better connect with younger demographics, according to The Feedback Group.

By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 19, 2025

Inside the Store: Aldi brings a fresh look to the nation’s capital

The discounter’s latest store in Washington, D.C., wants to win shoppers’ hearts with sustainability and healthy food alongside its beloved “Aldi Finds” section and low prices.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 13, 2025

The Friday Checkout: How grocers are scoring with shoppers for Super Bowl LIX

Though mass retailers like Walmart have intercepted consumers’ shopping when it comes to the big game, supermarkets still have an opportunity to win.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Updated Feb. 7, 2025

Grocers face challenges as tariff situation remains fluid

A central issue for retailers is that shoppers are unlikely to distinguish between levies on imported goods and other factors that could affect prices, one food economist said.

By Sam Silverstein • Updated Feb. 4, 2025

Grocery spending holds steady as people devote money to other priorities

The typical consumer spent 6.6% of their income on food in 2024, the same level as in 2019, according to Kearney’s latest Consumer Stress Index.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 3, 2025

What’s ahead for grocers in 2025?

As consumers continue to worry about food prices, retailers will be focused on battling discounters, sharpening their value propositions and keeping up with evolving health and wellness needs.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 31, 2025

Giant Food expands price reductions to more products

After lowering the cost of private label items for the last nine months, the chain said it is now doing the same for store- and name-brand perishables.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 29, 2025

Egg prices could break more records in 2025

The USDA expects consumer costs to rise another 20% this year as bird flu devastates commercial flocks.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 29, 2025

Whole Foods unveils new Seafood Code of Conduct

The policy strengthens labor protections across the entire seafood supply chain and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 29, 2025

Dollar General ramps up grocery private label

More than half of the roughly 100 new items set to hit shelves early this year will be under the discounter's Clover Valley brand.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 27, 2025

How grocers can prepare for food traceability requirements coming in early 2026

Retailers have less than a year to get their supply chains ready, yet challenges and confusion remain. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 24, 2025

Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs

Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025

Private label sales hit record in 2024

Store brand sales increased nearly 4% to $271 billion, according to a new report.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 21, 2025

Why an independent grocer is holding the line on egg prices

Connecticut supermarket chain LaBonne’s Markets sees the ongoing egg shortage as an opportunity to demonstrate to shoppers that it is focused on helping them afford groceries, CEO Bob LaBonne Jr. said.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 16, 2025

How grocers can tackle food accessibility challenges

As retailers look to appeal to people in underserved areas, industry leaders recently weighed in on key issues, from improving operations to reaching SNAP shoppers.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 13, 2025

How grocers can appeal to consumers taking GLP-1s

As usage of the medications increases, Circana research indicates deli and produce could be bright spots for spending.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 9, 2025

8 grocery industry trends to watch in 2025

Experts expect food retailers to focus on value, sharpen their data management capabilities and adapt to the evolving health and wellness needs of consumers.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2025

Pardon the Disruption: How GLP-1s could reshape the grocery store

An estimated 24 million Americans will use these weight loss drugs by 2035, posing significant challenges as well as opportunities for food retailers.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 6, 2025

Building a resilient food system begins at the farm

Regenerative agriculture plays a critical role for building the resilience of our food system to feed a growing global population.

By Brooke Hokana Hansen, Vice President, Sustainability, Cargill Agriculture & Trading • Dec. 16, 2024

Ahold Delhaize links with Campbell’s to test regenerative agriculture in potatoes

The grocery operator has worked with some of the largest food companies to transform supply chains for well-known brands.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 10, 2024