The Friday Checkout: How important is a ‘freshness guarantee’ for grocers?

Supermarket chains like Schnucks are pushing these promises as consumers shop for more of their perishables at low-price retailers.

By Grocery Dive Staff • June 12, 2026

Consumer pain continues as grocery inflation remains near 3-year high

Ending the Iran war could help ease the pressure, but the worst is likely still to come for categories like food, according to economists.

By Daphne Howland • June 11, 2026

Schnucks unveils freshness guarantee as grocers play up perishables

The company is the latest to implement the policy, which allows shoppers who aren’t satisfied with an item to exchange it or get a full refund.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 11, 2026

Change is everywhere. It’s time for grocers to rethink how they handle it.

The relentless pursuit of everyday excellence is causing some retailers to lose sight of the broader horizon, writes Dave Clements of dunnhumby.

By Dave Clements • June 4, 2026

How grocers are catering to GLP-1 users

Weight loss medications have changed the game of health and wellness. From protein-focused private label to wellness guides, here’s how grocers are keeping up.

By Peyton Bigora • June 4, 2026

How 5 super regional c-store chains are reshaping the competitive landscape

Companies like Wawa, QuikTrip and Sheetz are pushing aggressively into new states and ramping up their foodservice offerings.

By Jeff Wells • June 2, 2026

Target’s ‘food-forward’ strategy includes supply chain improvements, too

The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

By Peyton Bigora • June 2, 2026

Inside the Store: Save Mart’s new look

A banner executive shared how customer data influenced the significant changes made to a California store as the grocer’s parent company looks to revamp its entire fleet.

By Peyton Bigora • May 27, 2026

Number Sense: Grocers’ reliance on pharmacy sales has become a big headache

Supermarket chains have for years looked to pharmacy revenue to drive top-line growth. The Inflation Reduction Act is upending that strategy.

By Sam Silverstein • May 20, 2026

Stop & Shop’s latest price investment focuses on New York and New Jersey

The Ahold Delhaize USA banner lowered prices on thousands of items weeks after executives told investors it planned to speed up the chain’s price investment rollout.

By Peyton Bigora • May 19, 2026

How Instacart is tackling healthy eating hurdles for consumers and retailers

A new tie-up with Teladoc builds on the grocery technology company’s recent string of partnerships to position itself as a healthcare enablement company.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 18, 2026

North America is the sweet spot for Ferrero’s growth

Consumers are seeking new, unique flavor experiences and brands that offer innovation and excitement.

May 18, 2026

Grocery inflation hits highest level since mid-2023

Tomato prices were up nearly 40% year over year in April, the quickest rate of inflation among the food-at-home categories that the BLS tracks.

By Sam Silverstein • May 14, 2026

Whole Foods’ Daily Shops expanding to 3 more cities

Over the next two years, the specialty grocer will bring its small-format store concept to Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia.

By Peyton Bigora • May 14, 2026

Protein powder shortage threatens America’s biggest food craze

Companies are now grappling with whether to raise prices at a time when consumers are already reeling from a prolonged period of inflation.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 11, 2026

When produce brands keep their promises: How one grape lifted the whole category

Retailers are seeing shoppers return for specific produce items. Here’s what’s driving it.

May 11, 2026

C&S launches new private brand

Sol Select features bilingual packaging on its more than 250 offerings.

By Peyton Bigora • May 7, 2026

Beyond Yellow Tags: How grocers are evolving from traditional discount strategies

In this four-part series, Grocery Dive examined how retailers are changing their pricing and promotional strategies to meet new consumer demands around value.

By Grocery Dive Staff • May 5, 2026

Schnucks closing another small-format store

The Midwest grocer will close a Schnucks Fresh location in Jasper, Indiana, in mid-May as retailers continue to struggle with alternative formats.

By Jeff Wells • May 4, 2026

The Friday Checkout: Amazon says it’s the second-largest U.S. grocer — stores (mostly) not required

The company’s grocery business brought in over $150 billion in gross sales last year, yet its brick-and-mortar presence relies mostly on its specialty chain, Whole Foods. 

By Grocery Dive Staff • May 1, 2026

How one grocer revamped its catering in time for graduation

Regional chain Busch’s Fresh Food Market expanded its menu and started using new serving trays to appeal to consumers’ party needs.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 1, 2026

Walmart’s grocery sales growth slows

The 3% year-over-year increase in food and beverage sales during the retailer’s latest fiscal year reflects a decline in its grocery market share.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 27, 2026

How 9 grocers are dialing up their health and wellness moves

Stricter SNAP regulations and the rise of GLP-1 medications have changed how grocers approach health-focused initiatives.

By Peyton Bigora • April 24, 2026

Aldi to remove 44 ingredients from private label assortment

The discounter said the decision builds on its previous bans and caters to consumers’ desire for products with simpler ingredients.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 23, 2026

Meijer ramps up private label to cater to nutrition trends

The retailer is looking to make its own brands a destination for consumers who want food items packed with protein or fiber.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 20, 2026