Retail
Analysis: U.S. grocery slowdown enters new phase
The U.S. grocery slowdown has entered a new phase of falling unit sales as stretched American consumers pull back and...
Instacart acquires computer vision company
Instacart acquires Arpalus, a computer vision company that has developed shelf intelligence technology purpose-built for grocery retail.
Albertsons Companies Foundation raises $12.2MM to support childhood hunger relief
The campaign generated more than $12.2 million in support for childhood hunger relief nationwide, surpassing its $5 million fundraising goal.
IFPA names 20 Retail Produce Manager Award 2026 winners
The Retail Produce Manager Awards recognize dedication to fresh produce, merchandising, community engagement, and customer service.
FMI addresses June 2026 food inflation numbers
FMI comments on the June Consumer Price Index, which shows a 0.2% increase in food-at-home prices for June and a...
Lori Anne Peaches return to Fresh Thyme Market
Fresh Thyme Market celebrates the return of Lori Anne Peaches, available for a limited time and exclusively in the Midwest...
Independent grocers sign up with Breez AI
Retailers signing with Breez AI include Brothers Market, Balls Food Stores, Price Chopper, PFS Brands, Tietgen's Food Stores, and HAC...
Brookshire Brothers deploys new AI promotion tool
Brookshire Brothers completes its PromoAI implementation and is now employing the platform across its promotional operations.
Walmart and Sam’s Club drop prices on thousands of items
This summer, Walmart and Sam's Club are helping customers and members save more through Walmart's signature Rollbacks and Sam's Club...
FMI retail report finds investments in tech, in-store experience
FMI releases its annual Food Retailing Industry Speaks 2026 report, showing how retailers respond to macroeconomic challenges.
Wakefern pledges $500MM to support local produce
Wakefern's commitment to sourcing fresh produce from local growers comes in advance of its annual Local Produce Supplier Summit on...
Instacart reveals what Americans buy for the Fourth of July
We looked at what Americans buy across grocery categories and the result is a primo backyard cookout shopping list, written...
Amazon offers summer savings for Prime members
Amazon's new summer savings for Prime members includes savings on barbecue grocery items alongside free Same-Day Delivery.
Kroger to acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65B
Kroger will acquire Giant Eagle, a family-owned grocer with about $9 billion in annual sales and 197 supermarkets in OH,...
Kroger celebrates Independence Day with ‘flight’ food experiences
The Kroger Co. helps customers celebrate Independence Day with fresh inspiration, low prices, and customizable "flights."
MOM’s Organic Market partners with RELEX for AI planning
MOM's Organic Market selects RELEX to advance planning and improve pricing, promotions, vendor funding, and shelf space decisions.
Casey’s three-year strategic plan includes 400 new stores
Casey's new three-year strategic plan is centered on three priorities: accelerating food and beverage, expansion, and operational efficiency.
Pattison Food Group partners with Dematic Automation for grocery fulfillment
Dematic partnered with Pattison Food Group to modernize grocery fulfillment operations at its Langley, British Columbia distribution center.
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