Channel: Club Costco Q1 sales rise 6% to $57B But still no word on membership fee increases Supermarket News December 15, 2023December 15, 2023 < 1 min read Costco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Club Cramer says ‘strap yourself to the mast’ on Costco, regardless of a pullback [[“value”:”The Investing Club holds its Morning Meeting every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.”]] CNBC December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 < 1 min read Costco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Club Costco again outshines its retail rivals, while rewarding shareholders [[“value”:”Costco Wholesale’s first quarter of its fiscal year 2024 came in better than expected, with beats on both the top and bottom lines.”]] CNBC December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 < 1 min read CostcoPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Club Wall Street thinks Costco’s record-high stock can go higher. We agree and see catalysts coming [[“value”:”That thesis will be put to the test when the wholesale retailer reports earnings Thursday.”]] CNBC December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 < 1 min read EconomyCostcoResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Lawmakers Ask FTC To Block Kroger-Albertsons Deal A group of Democratic Senators and Representatives has called on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to block the proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons by Kroger, saying in a letter that the “merger will harm consumers, workers, farmers, and other food suppliers across the country.” The letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan says that the […] MorningNewsBeat December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 2 min read GovernmentMergersKrogerRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayDivestituresConsumersAssociatesAmazonWalmartBrick and MortarCostcoCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsAcquisitionC&S Wholesale GrocersDept. GroceryLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Your Views: From Retail Theft Realities to Greedflation We had a story the other day in which it was stated that “retail theft has been lower this year in most of the country than it was a few years ago, according to police data.” But MNB reader Mike Moon asked a good question: But I have to wonder, how much retail theft is […] MorningNewsBeat December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 4 min read Brick and MortarLegal & CriminalTrader JoesRestaurantsResults & InvestmentShoppersCostcoStore LocationWhole FoodsDept. HBCTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsRegional GroceryPepsiCoWalmartTargetAlbertsons / SafewayAldiMarketing: In StoreData & InsightsHealth & WellnessFlagship StoresEconomyBJ’s Wholesale ClubConsumersDept. BeverageAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Black Friday and Cyber Monday post slow sales growth; Online Marketplaces outperform Track retail sales for free Key Takeaways Holiday sales declined 1.6% YoY in the first 29 days of the holiday season Black Friday to Cyber Monday sales grew 1.0% YoY Amazon and Walmart were shoppers’ favorite Black Friday-Cyber Monday brands Holiday sales remain weak after Black Friday, Cyber Monday Contact Sales for more details. Holiday sales […] Earnest Research December 4, 2023December 11, 2023 5 min read Holiday & EventsData & InsightsShoppersDept. ApparelAmazonData VisualizationWalmartConsumersTargetCOVID19Dept. NonfoodMeijerHealth & WellnessCostcoRegional GroceryHome DepotDept. PetDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainGoogleDollar TreeDeliveryBrick and MortarDept. FuelDept. HBCSustainabilityTikTokMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Your Views: Even A Blind Man Knows Got the following email regarding my conversation with ReposiTrak’s Randy Fields and Dr. Benjamin Miller, executive vice president of regulatory and scientific affairs of The Acheson Group (TAG): Thank you for presenting the discussion about the FDA’s new traceability requirements. People in our industry are simply not aware of the impending, major disruption in logistics […] MorningNewsBeat December 4, 2023December 4, 2023 8 min read AITechnology & InnovationTargetRegional GroceryAssociatesDept. GroceryShoppersBrick and MortarConsumersAlbertsons / SafewayTech: CashierlessGhost KitchenAcquisitionExecutivesWalmartKrogerWhole FoodsOperations & Supply ChainEconomyRestaurantsBOPISMarketing: UGCStore LocationDept. PerimeterGovernmentOwned Brands (Private Label)Procter & GambleLegal & CriminalPepsiCoMerchandisingMergersCustomer ExperienceDept. FreshThick DataAhold DelhaizeWakefernAldiVendorsStrategyChatGPTCoca ColaCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights U.S. Brands: Consumer Category Trends This article provides insight into recent consumer category trends based on sell-through data in August and September 2023, highlighting those that have sustained growth and others that are decelerating. Accelerations Non-discretionary categories such as food and pet supplies have seen a notable increase in wallet share gains. This can be attributed to changes in consumer […] Yipitdata November 29, 2023November 29, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsConsumersDept. HBCDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessWalmartCostcoDept. ApparelDept. GroceryDept. Sporting goodsDept. Toys & GamesEconomyHome DepotTargetDept. PetAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Study: Retail Personalization Winners (& Why) dunnhumby has released a special edition of the dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI), this one “designed to determine which retailers in the $1 trillion U.S. grocery market personalize the shopping experience best for their customers.” The winner is: Amazon. H-E-B and Kroger came in second and third. According to the report, “These three retailers are […] MorningNewsBeat November 15, 2023November 15, 2023 3 min read ShoppersRegional GroceryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAmazonTargetKrogerHEBData & InsightsMerchandisingdunnhumbyInsight ProvidersMarketing: Retail MediaBig DataMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionGiant EagleWegmansWalgreensLidlAldiMeijerSoutheastern GrocersWakefernDept. GroceryMarketing: In StoreGrocery OutletBrick and MortarCostcoCVSDeliveryAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Cramer: eBay’s results boost investment case for stocks like Costco and Amazon The commentary from eBay executives painted a picture that says, “Oh man, I’d rather be in Costco. I’d rather in Amazon,” Jim Cramer said Wednesday. CNBC November 9, 2023November 9, 2023 < 1 min read CostcoAmazonResults & InvestmentExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage The SN News Quiz: Frozen isn’t going anywhere [[“value”:” Here are the results of this week’s SN News Quiz! 1. How much money did Walmart just say it planned to invest into its 1400 existing stores? $3 billion $6 billion $9 billion (woohoo) 2. Which grocery is launching an “exclusive” wine club? The Fresh Market Gelson’s (good job) Harris […] Supermarket News November 1, 2023November 1, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageWalmartDept. Adult BevBrick and MortarDept. GroceryResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainKrogerHoliday & EventsDept. FrozenDept. FreshShoppersThe Fresh MarketCostcoRegional GroceryBJ’s Wholesale Club 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer The Ripple Effect of Cultural Events on Consumer Behavior In the ever-evolving world of consumer behavior, economic challenges and cultural moments profoundly impact purchasing trends. These trends provide valuable insights into how consumers respond to various factors, shaping the strategies of companies seeking to meet their evolving needs. Three significant trends, namely, the digital transformation of back-to-school shopping, the evolution of Amazon.com’s Prime Day, […] Piyush Patel October 31, 2023October 31, 2023 3 min read ConsumersHoliday & EventsAmazonEconomyDept. NonfoodData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersResults & InvestmentDept. ApparelTechnology & InnovationCOVID19Pricing & PromotionsHealth & WellnessDept. HBCCostcoTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass SN Top: Sobeys, Walmart, Walgreens top the week's headlines [[“value”:” In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, the top story was Sobeys vegetable supplier calls it quits. A supplier of some vegetables to Sobeys stores has sold its operations, reports Canada news outlet Saltwire. Sawler Gardens’ sale with a local farmer located about a mile from its land located on […] Supermarket News October 23, 2023October 23, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. FreshWalgreensWalmartBankruptcyRegional GroceryInternational - North AmericaDept. PerimeterRite AidAlbertsons / SafewayBrick and MortarKrogerMergersExecutivesStore LocationPublixPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainCostcoKraftHeinzAldiHoliday & EventsDivestituresAssociatesCVSStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Costco CEO Craig Jelinek to resign [[“value”:” Costco CEO Craig Jelinek, who led the warehouse retailer through the COVID-19 pandemic, will be stepping down at the end of the year. Jelinek was first named CEO back in 2012 and will continue to serve in an advisory role through April 2024. Stepping in to replace him on Jan. 1 will […] Supermarket News October 20, 2023October 20, 2023 < 1 min read CostcoExecutivesCOVID19Predictions and ForecastsShoppersResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Worth Reading: “Self-Checkout Is a Failed Experiment” The Atlantic has a piece suggesting that “all is not rosy in the world of self-checkout, and some companies seem to realize it. Walmart has removed the kiosks entirely from a handful of stores, and is redesigning others to involve more employee help. Costco is stationing more staffers in its self-checkout areas. ShopRite is adding […] MorningNewsBeat October 19, 2023October 19, 2023 2 min read Tech: CashierlessBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationAssociatesShoppersLegal & CriminalRegional GroceryWegmansWakefernMarketing: In StoreWalmartCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Costco names Ron Vachris as CEO Vachris, a veteran company executive who currently serves as president and chief operating officer of the club retailer, will take over the top job from Craig Jelinek on Jan. 1. Grocery Dive October 19, 2023October 19, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Craig Jelinek to step down as Costco CEO ISSAQUAH, Wash. — Costco Wholesale Corp. chief executive officer Craig Jelinek intends to step down from that role, effective January 1, 2024. Ron Vachris The Board of Directors has elected Ron Vachris, who has served as president and chief operating officer since February 2022, to succeed Jelinek as CEO, while continuing to serve as president. […] MMR October 19, 2023October 23, 2023 2 min read ExecutivesCostcoInternational - North AmericaPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Costco CEO Craig Jelinek to step down Jan. 1. COO Ron Vachris will take over [[“value”:”The warehouse club has benefited from sales growth, fueled by pandemic pantry-loading, inflation and millennials moving to the suburbs.”]] CNBC October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesCostcoOperations & Supply ChainEconomyCOVID19Consumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Allocating Retail Space To Improve Security, Increase Spending In the vibrant corridors of retail environments, where consumer activity perpetually buzzes, the strategic allocation of retail space emerges not merely as a tactic but as an essential strategy, intertwining security and spending patterns. The meticulous planning and execution of retail space management extend beyond the mere placement of products, embedding within its scope the […] Retail Minded October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersCustomer ExperienceSustainabilityStrategyConsumersData & InsightsLegal & CriminalAssociatesTargetCostcoWalmartOperations & Supply ChainDollar GeneralPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationTrends: RetailMarketing: In StoreMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Your Views: Performance Issues This reaction to our story about Rite Aid’s bankruptcy: Sad story about Rite-Aid. Living in a town that has all three (RA, CVS, & Walgreens), I foresee the only thing keeping the Rite-Aid open is the fact that it is in a neighborhood area and likely gets decent local foot traffic. I cannot imagine that’s […] MorningNewsBeat October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 4 min read Rite AidAssociatesCVSAmazonCostcoHoliday & EventsStore LocationWalgreensExecutivesBrick and MortarBest BuyBankruptcyDeliveryHealth & WellnessMarketing: BroadcastPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsTargetDept. Pharmacy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Costco accused of sharing customer health info with Meta in lawsuit [[“value”:” A recent lawsuit filed against Costco alleges that the wholesale retailer inappropriately shared customer health information with Facebook’s parent company, Meta, according to reporting from SFGATE. The lawsuit, which was filed with the Washington Western District Court on Friday, alleges that Costco used Meta Pixel, a third-party tracking database, on its website […] Supermarket News October 14, 2023October 14, 2023 < 1 min read CostcoShoppersLegal & CriminalHealth & WellnessMeta (Facebook)InstacartStrategyDeliveryTargetResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaDept. PharmacyDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights 3 ways Costco can win leveraging AI and its treasure trove of member shopping data [[“value”:”Costco (COST) could further enhance its stellar operation by incorporating generative artificial intelligence into its business.”]] CNBC October 13, 2023October 13, 2023 < 1 min read AICostcoTechnology & InnovationData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Filling A Void On the subject of how Starbucks and its former CEO, Howard Schultz, handled unionization movements within the company, MNB reader Rich Heiland wrote: Back when I was in my first general manager’s job at a newspaper in 1978 I went to a day-long seminar on how to keep unions out of your business. That may […] MorningNewsBeat October 13, 2023October 13, 2023 5 min read GovernmentAmazonWhole FoodsAssociatesWegmansDept. GroceryRegional GroceryConsumersEconomyLegal & CriminalTechnology & InnovationKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayCompetitionDept. ApparelMergersMerchandisingWalmartBrick and MortarCostcoDept. FuelExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsOwned Brands (Private Label)Operations & Supply ChainRestaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Is Amazon Really Good For Consumers? The Boston Globe has a piece in which it asks the question, does it necessary follow that if you can buy a 55-inch television on Amazon for $249, that Amazon is necessarily good for consumers? It is a question that certainly complicates any case that will be made by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in […] MorningNewsBeat October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 2 min read AmazonConsumersWhole FoodsDept. GroceryGovernmentLegal & CriminalCompetitionEconomyRegional GroceryCostcoDept. NonfoodKrogerMergersTechnology & InnovationWalmartAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Most Dollar General workers can’t take paid sick leave: report According to a recent survey, Dollar General workers have trouble when it comes to obtaining paid sick leave, reports Bloomberg. The Harvard Shift Project conducted the study, which looked specifically at the access service workers have to paid sick leave. The study found that a little less than half of them (49%) do not get […] Supermarket News October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 < 1 min read AssociatesDollar GeneralCOVID19Thick DataDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. DairyResults & InvestmentCostcoAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Unique Holiday Marketing Ideas for Ecommerce brands with Examples Ho Ho Ho! The holiday season is upon us and it’s time for brands to wipe the dust off the box, get in it and think outside of that box to bring in some quality holiday traffic. Holiday marketing could be very different from marketing throughout the year. Brands need to get all in with their […] Latest Shipment October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 5 min read Data & InsightsHoliday & EventsDeliveryShoppersTargetMondelezConsumersStrategyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPackagingReturnsCostcoOperations & Supply ChainStore LocationDept. NonfoodCompetitionMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. ApparelDept. HBCConsultingTrends: ConsumerDept. OTCDept. Toys & GamesEconomyESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMetaverseTech: AR and VRTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Costco Accused Of Sharing Customer Health Data The Seattle Times reports that Costco has been sued for “allegedly” sharing its online customers’ “private communications and health information with Facebook-parent Meta without their consent.” The lawsuit charges that Costco “used Meta Pixel, a code that allows companies to track visitor activity on their websites, in the health care portion of its website. The […] MorningNewsBeat October 10, 2023October 10, 2023 < 1 min read CostcoHealth & WellnessShoppersMeta (Facebook)Data & InsightsLegal & CriminalDept. NonfoodMarketing: Social MediaDept. PharmacyDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Canada’s five largest grocery chains pledge to stabilize food prices Metro, Loblaws, Sobeys, Walmart and Costco made initial commitments after recently meeting with the country’s minister of innovation, science and industry. Grocery Dive October 9, 2023October 9, 2023 < 1 min read International - North AmericaEconomyDept. GroceryWalmartTechnology & InnovationCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Canadian grocery chains are providing discounts, price-freezing [[“value”:” Five of the largest Canadian grocery chains met with Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne to deliver plans to stabilize food prices. The heads of Loblaw, Sobeys, Metro, Costco, and Walmart met with Champagne in Ottawa last month to confront food prices that increased 6.9% in August compared to last year, while the overall […] Supermarket News October 7, 2023October 7, 2023 2 min read GovernmentInternational - North AmericaPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeCompetitionConsumersDept. GroceryBrick and MortarCostcoWalmartEconomyResults & InvestmentHoliday & EventsDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces FMI Launches 2024 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends Series: How Consumers Are Finding Value at the Grocery Store ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #foodindustry–Shoppers enjoy food shopping as much as ever, according to the latest annual survey by FMI – The Food Industry Association. Written by BusinessWire - Supermarket May 14, 2024May 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Retailers: Is AI the answer to all your problems? Not so fast…proceed with caution! Written by Supermarket News May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Could AI Be Your Next Stylist? Consumers Are Ready Keeping up with nanosecond social media trends is a never-ending challenge for retail brands and shoppers. In addition to responding to these fast-paced microtrends, merchandisers face increased pressure to incorporate cutting-edge personalization techniques that drive authentic shopping experiences and cultivate brand loyalty. So, what’s the answer to remaining innovative and on-trend in 2024? According to […] Written by TotalRetail May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Grocery Media & Marketing Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members US retail giant Kroger is reportedly in talks with the Walt Disney Company to offer the Disney+ streaming service as a benefit to paying members of its Kroger Boost grocery delivery programme. The post Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Mass Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Sam’s Club Expands Store Rollout of AI-Powered Exit Tech Walmart-owned Sam’s Club says it’s turning to artificial intelligence to speed up its own exit technology. Instead of requiring store staff to check members’ purchases against their receipts when leaving the store, Sam’s Club customers who pay either at a register or through the Scan & Go mobile app can now walk out of the […] Written by 0 Author Missing May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked