Department: Food First Filco ‘Together with Morrisons’ store opens Morrisons has unveiled the first launch in its new partnership with Filco Supermarkets. Franchise & wholesale Director Paul Dobson said: “Filco stores are well known for their fantastic butcher and deli counters, just like Morrisons, and they are also proud to support local Welsh farmers and suppliers like… This story continues at First Filco ‘Together with Morrisons’ store […] Talking Retail March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 9 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesDept. FuelShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliHealth & WellnessSustainabilityEconomyGovernmentConsumersOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDept. PharmacyMarketing: BrandDept. FreshReturnsMergersOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsDept. GroceryDept. DairyDept. BeverageData & InsightsExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationWeatherCustomer ExperienceCompetitionPress ReleaseUnileverDivestituresDept. PerimeterAlbertsons / SafewayDept. BakeryTargetRegional GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCBrick and MortarDeliveryTrends: ConsumerTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Reasons Why Grocerants Are Gaining Steam It is at the intersection of cooking dinner/a meal at home, ordering takeout, or buying fresh prepared meals or meal components from a grocery store, restaurant, convenience store, dollar store etc. that the concept of the “grocerant,” continues to thrive in the minds-eye of the consumer according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, […] Grocerant Guru March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 3 min read ConsumersData & InsightsDept. GroceryDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshRestaurantsDept. DeliHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterPackagingMarketing: In StoreNestlePepsiCoShoppersSustainabilityMerchandisingTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Finding Food Sales Success at the intersection of Share of Stomach and Share of Wallet. Retail food sales success can be found at the intersection of growing your share of stomach and your share of wallet according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® who stated these two metrics play a crucial role in understanding consumer behavior and competitive dynamic driving success today within the […] Grocerant Guru February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedBrick and MortarDept. DeliRegional GroceryTwitterDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)Trends: Food and BeverageStrategyKrogerPublixDeliveryAssociatesESG and CSRDept. PerimeterKraftHeinzWalmartAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food 10 Types Of Food Retail Business: Which Might Suit You Best? Are you hungry to carve out a niche in the bustling food industry but not quite sure where to dig in? Get ready for some food for thought! We’re about to explore ten tantalizing types of food retail businesses that might just align with your entrepreneurial appetite and spice up your life. From the sweet […] Retail Minded February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 4 min read Dept. GroceryDept. BakeryDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationShoppersDeliveryDept. Adult BevGhost KitchenEconomyDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedCOVID19SustainabilityInternationalMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)Dept. FreshDept. PerimeterConsumersHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicTrends: Food and BeverageStrategyOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: PrintMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Study: Defining Omnichannel Shoppers 84.51° is out with a new report that “examines who omnichannel shoppers are, where they shop, and some of the reasons why they choose to shop in-store and online.” Some key findings: • “This shopper is likely to be Millennial or Gen Z, is engaged with natural and organic, is more likely to have children, […] MorningNewsBeat February 21, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersOmnichannelMarketing: In StoreDept. FreshDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedDept. PerimeterDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicDeliveryBOPISDept. BakeryConsumersBig DataHealth & WellnessInsight ProvidersMarketing: Retail MediaMerchandisingPredictions and Forecasts84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Marley Spoon to sell US fulfillment, production facilities in $24M deal FreshRealm will acquire the assets and fulfill customer orders, while the meal kit company will handle front-end operations. RetailDive February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersOperations & Supply ChainDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Deli 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Lidl Ireland deploys hundreds of Re-turn machines in stores and constructs Deposit Return Rooms Lidl Ireland reports significant progress in the installation of in-store solutions enabling customers to return cans and bottles. In a LinkedIn post, Alan Barry, Chief Development Officer (CDO) at Lidl Ireland & Lidl Northern Ireland, says: “In less than 12 months Lidl Ireland has installed 358 Re-turn machines in 179 stores, constructed 88 Deposit Return […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 2 min read LidlData & InsightsShoppersBrick and MortarCustomer ExperienceTescoInternational - UKMarketing: In StoreAldiRegional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesExecutivesDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshDept. DeliStrategySustainabilityTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Are Meal Kits the New Pantry Overall, meal kits are a great option for people who want to eat healthy, delicious meals without spending too much time in the kitchen. They offer convenience, variety, less food waste, healthier eating, and the opportunity to learn new cooking skills. Give them a try and see how they can make your life […] Grocerant Guru February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 4 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. FreshDept. GroceryData & InsightsHealth & WellnessAcquisitionSustainabilityBlueApronDeliveryConsumersStart UpsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBrick and MortarExecutivesResults & InvestmentRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainDept. Perimeter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food FreshRealm acquires meal kit company Marley Spoon assets for $24M FreshRealm will integrate all of Marley Spoon’s U.S. and supply chain infrastructure into its own business network Supermarket News February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliAcquisitionOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Deli Star goes sous vide [[“value”:” Industry veteran Deli Star Corp.’s new line of whole muscle proteins is shipping under the new Revel Fresh Sous Vide brand. “]] SMP Meal Kits February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food FreshRealm acquires meal kit company Marley Spoon for $24M FreshRealm will integrate all of Marley Spoon’s U.S. and supply chain infrastructure into its own business network Supermarket News January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliAcquisitionOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Consumers Fuel Food Focused Meal Magic Trends Today, the Team at Foodservice Solutions® has a coveted food focused leadership role in social media as well will well over 350,000+ followers on LinkedIn alone. While Technomic founder, Ron Paul, was a mentor to Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru®, he was also the inspiration for much of what Johnson has accomplished making Foodservice Solutions®, […] Grocerant Guru January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsDept. DairyDept. DeliBrick and MortarRestaurantsTechnology & InnovationShoppersDept. BeverageDept. FuelDeliveryDept. RefrigeratedDept. FrozenCompetitionMarketing: Social MediaDept. PerimeterInternationalInclusivityMerchandisingMarketing: BrandSustainabilityHealth & WellnessESG and CSRPricing & PromotionsDept. BakeryTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Can Grocerant Niche Meals and Meal Components Save the Grocery Store Regular readers of this blog know that legacy grocery stores have lost market share to non-traditional formats including restaurants, convenience stores, dollar stores and fresh food delivery services that provide grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. One bright spot […] Grocerant Guru January 26, 2024January 26, 2024 4 min read Dept. GroceryDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliConsumersDeliveryData & InsightsFood DeliveryDept. PerimeterDept. FreshBrick and MortarRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaDept. BakeryUbereatsTikTokThick DataTechnology & InnovationStore LocationPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsDept. DairyKrogerGrubhubDoorDashWalmartDept. ApparelDept. Adult BevAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Kroger reformulates several private label deli, bakery products [[“value”:” The reformulated products boast improved flavor profiles, freshness and packaging, to enhance customer favorites. “]] SMP Deli Prepared January 25, 2024January 25, 2024 < 1 min read Owned Brands (Private Label)KrogerDept. PerimeterDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. BakeryPackagingShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Giant Food to open store in Maryland LANDOVER, Md. — Giant Food, the leading greater Washington, D.C., regional grocery chain, announces the grand opening of a new Maryland store located at 5320 Zenith Overlook in Bethesda. Doors officially open at 6 a.m. on Friday, January 26. The opening brings a new pharmacy to the Bethesda community along with amenities, including full-service meat and seafood departments, an expanded gourmet cheese selection, expansive […] MMR January 24, 2024January 24, 2024 2 min read Dept. GroceryRegional GroceryStore LocationAhold DelhaizeDept. FreshDept. PharmacyDept. Fresh PreparedRestaurantsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPartnershipsDept. DeliBrick and MortarExecutivesPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsDept. DairyNestleMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesDept. HBCDept. OTCUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Kroger freshens up popular deli, bakery items The grocer has reformulated some of its private brand offerings, including its Home Chef fried chicken and cinnamon rolls under its Private Selection line. Grocery Dive January 24, 2024January 24, 2024 < 1 min read KrogerDept. PerimeterDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. BakeryOwned Brands (Private Label)HomeChef 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons Enters the Frozen Food Court with Private Label Back in the day the term Home-meal Replacement was the undercurrent driving change and customer migration within retail food sector. That evolved into to Grocerant niche with 82.1 percent of all restaurant meals today being sold for takeout or through the drive-thru. The consumer continues to migrate too branded meals and meal components within […] Grocerant Guru January 21, 2024January 21, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. FreshAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryConsumersData & InsightsRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaDept. PerimeterDept. FrozenOwned Brands (Private Label)Operations & Supply ChainExecutivesMeta (Facebook)TwitterDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyShoppersBrick and MortarMerchandisingDept. DeliESG and CSRUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Four New Revenue Options For Restaurants Dealing With Dwindling Footfalls The restaurant business has always been a tough nut to crack, but things have hit a whole new level of challenging ever since the pandemic. Even well established restaurateurs are now grappling with dwindling footfalls, inflationary pressures, and rising rents and wages, among a slew of other factors, that are slowly, but surely running them […] Retail Minded January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 3 min read RestaurantsDept. GroceryConsumersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. FreshWeatherCOVID19DeliveryDept. Adult BevDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsUnileverDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Grocerant Niche a Looking Forward with Consumers Grocerant Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food continues to drive top line sales and bottom-line profits in every sector of retail foodservice. It is at the intersection that Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® suggest that all food retailers should take a step back and look how we got […] Grocerant Guru January 15, 2024January 15, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedDept. PerimeterRestaurantsDept. DeliTwitterMeta (Facebook)Dept. BeverageDeliveryThick DataESG and CSRUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Grocerant Sales Success is All in the Numbers in 2024 If you are a restaurant, bodega, service deli, or convenience store selling grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat or Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food this year it’s time to remember what got you to where you are today. The first thing you need to look at is your topline-sales and bottom-line profits according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at […] Grocerant Guru January 14, 2024January 14, 2024 4 min read RestaurantsData & InsightsResults & InvestmentDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesMarketing: Social MediaEconomyDept. Fresh PreparedStrategyCompetitionMeta (Facebook)TwitterMarketing: BrandConsultingSustainabilityConsumersCOVID19Dept. DeliDept. FreshDept. PerimeterOperations & Supply ChainESG and CSRMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How Do you Know the Price of Your Products are too HIGH? When asked what’s more important where you sell your product or the price of the product? The answer may be more difficult than you think. If you were to ask PepsiCo, they might just say the value of their product is at the intersection of what consumers are willing to pay for it and […] Grocerant Guru January 11, 2024January 11, 2024 3 min read ConsumersPepsiCoData & InsightsDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaKraftHeinzTwitterSustainabilityTescoCompetitionOwned Brands (Private Label)Technology & InnovationShoppersMeta (Facebook)Marketing: BrandBrick and MortarProcter & GambleESG and CSRRestaurantsDept. DeliMerchandisingColgate-PalmoliveKrogerEconomyDeliveryDept. FreshWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Foodservice Solutions® Restaurant Discontinuity Continues to Hang Around Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru® Steven Johnson predicts that 2024 will be a another year of chain restaurant discontinuity. Specifically, with more legacy chain restaurant closing stores and new grocerant niche focused restaurants / eateries entering the marketplace in 2024. Back in the day (2005) the team at Foodservice Solutions® released a White Paper Restaurant […] Grocerant Guru January 3, 2024January 3, 2024 2 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. PerimeterMeta (Facebook)Twitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Man pleads guilty in stock fraud case involving $100 million New Jersey deli [[“value”:”Hometown International once was valued at $100 million on the stock market despite owning a tiny, money-losing deli in New Jersey.”]] CNBC December 21, 2023December 21, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliLegal & CriminalInternationalResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Raybern’s revamping entire line [[“value”:” Deli-style sandwich specialist Raybern’s will relaunch its entire product line with updated ingredients and packaging in the beginning of Q1. “]] SMP Deli Prepared December 21, 2023December 21, 2023 < 1 min read PackagingDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Deli 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food FOODMatch’s olive, antipasti bar program can level up instore delis For grocery retailers, having an olive and antipasti bar program in the deli department can be an easy way to grab the attention of charcuterie lovers, adventurous foodies and health-conscious shoppers all in one place. SMP Deli Prepared December 15, 2023December 15, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliShoppersHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Grocerant Niche Holiday Meal Deals Check them Out Regular readers of this blog know that Winsight grocery magazine is being rolled into Supermarket News. Last week Russell Redman wrote another very good article for about grocery stores that are offering mix and match bundled grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat meal deals that save the consumer both time and money. According to Steven […] Grocerant Guru December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 5 min read Holiday & EventsDept. FreshDept. GroceryRegional GroceryData & InsightsDept. BeverageTargetAlbertsons / SafewayDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyBOPISDept. DeliHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicDept. BakeryDeliveryConsumersShoppersThe Fresh MarketBrick and MortarDept. FuelMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. FrozenFood DeliveryInstacartDept. PerimeterDoorDashEconomyInternational - UKTwitterMerchandisingNestleOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. Adult BevUbereats 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising E-grocers, meal kit makers focus on reduction and reuse with packaging innovation With takeback systems and seasonal packaging based on algorithms, companies such as HelloFresh and Misfits Market are working toward using less material in their deliveries. Grocery Dive December 1, 2023December 1, 2023 < 1 min read PackagingTechnology & InnovationDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Deli 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Today in Retail Highlights: UK Supermarkets In this new blog series, Mintel reviews the latest retailer marketing and innovations, including new store openings, online developments, new concept or category launches. For this month’s highlight, our retail experts weigh in on three exciting developments in UK supermarkets. Tesco teams up with March Muses in new partnership This is a really positive move […] Mintel November 28, 2023November 28, 2023 3 min read ShoppersConsumersInternational - UKTescoRegional GroceryAldiHoliday & EventsOwned Brands (Private Label)Brick and MortarResults & InvestmentPartnershipsESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaInclusivityDept. DeliEconomyDept. GroceryDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreMarketing: ShopperMarketing: UGCDept. NonfoodMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsStart UpsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Grocerant Niche Meals and Meal Components Grocerant Niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food continues to drive top-line sales and bottom-line profits. The fact is cooking and cleaning the kitchen are not high on most peoples to do list according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Here are some 2023 numbers from our team: Recent […] Grocerant Guru November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 4 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsShoppersConsumersDept. Fresh PreparedRestaurantsDept. DeliDept. PerimeterMarketing: Social MediaDept. BakeryDept. FreshStrategyTechnology & InnovationTwitterMarketing: In StoreMeta (Facebook)ConsultingDeliveryDept. NonfoodBrick and MortarESG and CSRStore LocationDept. Adult BevBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Court sets late August start date for hearing on Kroger-Albertsons merger A federal judge in Oregon will decide during the proceeding whether to grant the FTC’s request to block the transaction. Written by Grocery Dive March 12, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Food Department: Nonfood ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Written by Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Finance Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 US supermarket chain Publix has reported net earnings of $4.3bn in FY23, marking a 49% increase from FY22’s $2.9bn. The post Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] Written by The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CPG: Food Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Written by Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked