Retail

Kroger offers convenience and flexibility for Thanksgiving shopping

The Kroger Co. announced its Thanksgiving offerings centered on convenience, flexible feast sizes, and effortless meal planning.

2 days ago 3 minute read

National Mango Board honors four chains with 2026 Retailer of the Year Awards

H-E-B, Rouses, Nugget Market, and Superior Grocers are honored across four new categories for driving mango sales and consumer engagement.

3 days ago 3 minute read

IFCO scales RPC program for fresh produce at Whole Foods Market

IFCO is collaborating with Whole Foods Market to expand reusable packaging throughout the grocery retailer’s fresh produce supply chain.

4 days ago 5 minute read

Farm Boy expands partnership with RELEX to scale grocery planning

The Canadian grocer has been a RELEX customer since 2016 and will expand planning capabilities as it continues to grow...

4 days ago 3 minute read

IGA partnership to bring modern POS software capabilities to independent grocers

The partnership gives grocers access to point-of-sale, back office, self-checkout, loyalty, and other capabilities to help their workflows.

4 days ago 3 minute read

Ahold Delhaize USA further modernizes in-store experience

The modernization effort spans key store capabilities including point-of-sale, self-checkout, pharmacy, and fuel operations.

6 days ago 4 minute read

Amazon introduces complete Thanksgiving meal for $25 with same-day delivery

Available now through Nov. 26 while supplies last, the meal includes an 8-pound turkey plus fresh potatoes and carrots.

6 days ago 8 minute read

Aldi launches holiday decorating challenge

This holiday season, Aldi is giving fans a new challenge: The Aldi Deck-Out, a nationwide decorating contest.

6 days ago 6 minute read

Watermelon board announces retail merchandising contest winners

NWPB announces the winners of its 18th Annual Retail Merchandising Contest, recognizing retailers for in-store and digital merchandising.

1 week ago 5 minute read

Costco offers gourmet Thanksgiving meal for under $200

Costco members can pre-order a complete gourmet Thanksgiving turkey dinner with 30 pounds of food for $199.99.

1 week ago 1 minute read

Acosta Group study shows grocery shopper confidence falling

Just over half of shoppers feel comfortable affording groceries and essentials, even as grocery purchasing power has improved slightly.

1 week ago 4 minute read

DoorDash to acquire Instacart for $17B

DoorDash will acquire Maplebear Inc. (dba Instacart) for $65 for each Instacart share, or an equity value of about $17...

1 week ago 9 minute read

Walmart holiday meal basket serves 10 for $35

The basket includes a mix of 26 national and Walmart brand favorites to prepare dishes, from turkey to green bean...

2 weeks ago 5 minute read

Instacart’s in-store solutions no longer include Caper Carts

Instacart says the decision to wind down the Caper Cart business lets it focus time and resources on solutions to...

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

AWG says Best Choice delivers holiday feasts for a value

The Thanksgiving for Less initiative provides lower costs, savings for shoppers, and margin value for AWG member retailers.

2 weeks ago 3 minute read

Key Food Stores joins Uber Eats for grocery delivery

Over 300 independently owned Key Food locations across the Northeast and Florida join Uber Eats' marketplace for on-demand fresh groceries.

2 weeks ago 4 minute read

Walmart expands Better Care Services

Walmart makes it easier for customers to discover, compare, and access care with clear information about their options and potential...

2 weeks ago 6 minute read

Dollar Tree marks 40th anniversary with 9,500th store opening and $40MM commitment to communities

The $40 million investment is through the newly established Dollar Tree Impact Fund to expand access to everyday essentials.

2 weeks ago 4 minute read
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