Retail
Kroger introduces AI Shopping Assistant
Kroger launches its newest AI Shopping Assistant - a smarter, simpler way to plan meals, discover products, and find value.
Tom Thumb, Albertsons, and Randalls partner with NFL star to fight childhood hunger
Running July 27 through Aug. 10, the campaign brings together Tom Thumb, Albertsons, and Randalls stores with Dallas Cowboy CeeDee...
Grocery foodservice growth slows
In 2025, supermarket and club store chains registered $31 billion in prepared foodservice sales, nearly 5 percent more than 2024.
Meijer accepts WIC benefits for online grocery in Michigan
Meijer is the first Michigan retailer to now accept Women, Infants, and Children benefits for online and app-based purchases.
Study shows independent grocers’ resilience amid economic uncertainty
NGA and FMS Solutions released the 2026 U.S. Independent Grocers Financial Study, a look at the operational and financial performance.
Uber Eats adds new regional grocery partners
This expansion brings four regional grocers to the Uber Eats marketplace: Busch’s Fresh Food Market, Hays, Lowe’s Market, and Piggly...
Associated Grocers Northeast to launch traceability program
Associated Grocers Northeast has selected the ReposiTrak Traceability Network to launch its traceability program.
Ahold Delhaize USA expands omnichannel commerce
Ahold Delhaize USA's new collaboration with Pear Commerce further expands its digital commerce capabilities across its five grocery brands.
C&S Wholesale Grocers lowers prices across Midwest grocery stores
C&S Wholesale Grocers lowered prices throughout its hometown stores — Family Fare, VG's Grocery, Martin's Super Markets, and Piggly Wiggly.
Edible Garden expands fresh-cut herbs with Mid-Atlantic Walmarts
The new program increases the availability of Edible Garden's premium fresh cut herbs at Walmart stores throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
AWG details next-gen data partnership with University of Illinois
AWG and the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign concluded two data research projects on private...
Hy-Vee offering online orders in as fast as 30 minutes
The new option is available at all Hy-Vee stores, allowing shoppers to choose from in-store pickup or delivery, in as...
Albertsons consolidates 11 divisions into 4
Each region includes local markets focused on strengthening customer connections, supporting stores and driving results in their communities.
Northgate González Market celebrates World Cup ‘Familia Futbol’ campaign
Northgate González Market's Familia Futbol World Cup campaign celebrated the passion, pride, and traditions that unite Latino families.
Wakefern Food Corp. refreshes Wholesome Pantry packaging
The refreshed packaging is rolling out across select items, with additional products arriving throughout the summer, including fresh produce.
GrubMarket acquires Canadian online grocery company
GrubMarket announces it completed the acquisition of Vancouver, BC-based Sustainable Produce Urban Delivery Inc.
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.
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