Competition

General articles on the competitive situation and competitive forces in retail.

  1. Channel: Grocery

In Washington State, Intensive Scrutiny Of Kroger-Albertsons Deal

The Seattle Times has a piece about the proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons by Kroger, and the companies’ saying that they will sell 413 stores, including 104 in Washington State, to C&S Wholesale Grocers in order to get Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approvals. While Kroger has pledged that it will not close any stores […]
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  1. Channel: Grocery

Your Views:  Divestiture Blues

Regarding the proposed Kroger-Albertsons deal, one MNB reader wrote: My immediate reaction to the announced sale of stores to C&S was that, outside the Pac NW, the stores being divested in other geographies do not provide enough scale in their markets to become viable competitors to the merged Kroger/Albertsons stores. The small number of stores […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

How to Win in Retail: Less Science, More Art

By Doug Stephens Over the last 20 years, technology has transformed retail. Mobile phones have become essential conduits for communication, entertainment and commerce. Technologies like augmented reality, once a novelty, have become commonplace digital merchandising and selling tools. E-commerce, which in 2003 amounted to a rounding error on most retailers’ profit and loss statements, has […]
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  1. Channel: Delivery

Instacart stock languishes after IPO

Instacart saw its share price erode in the two days following its initial public offering, after it rose 12.7% in its first day of trading on the NASDAQ exchange. The stock settled down to just slightly over its IPO price of $30 per share on Wednesday, its first full day on the exchange, then ranged […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

How Ben Bridge Uses Subscription Diamond Inventory Tech to Propel Growth

Engagement ring spending in the United States rose 9.2 percent in 2022 year-over-year, according to the latest data from The Wedding Report, and another 2 million-plus weddings are likely for 2023. As a result, there are going to be lots of young couples walking into jewelry stores with that gleam in their eyes, ready to […]
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  1. Data & Insights

How AI-Powered and Data-Driven Retailers Can Prosper in Tough Economic Conditions

Rising inflation and changing marketplace trends are among the key concerns of retailers around the U.S., as shoppers not only display unprecedented behaviors but also watch every dollar they spend. This makes it even more difficult for businesses in this space to create compelling marketing campaigns that drive conversions and increase loyalty Shopper Behavior in […]
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  1. Department: Food

Coming Attraction:  Georgia Grocer Hopes To Hit One Long & Straight

MNB often focuses on stores that differentiate themselves through unique products and services, offering a value proposition that seems different from those offered by the competition. That seems to be the pitch for FreshTake, a new grocer scheduled to open next summer in Augusta, Georgia, in a former Whole Foods location, which has been getting […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Restaurant Meals and Meal Components Drive Grocerant Growth

  Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food continues to drive top-line sales and bottom-line according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Restaurants from fast food outlets to fine dining establishments are currying favor with consumers seeking an answer to the age–old question; What’s for Dinner. They are doing that by […]
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  1. Channel: Delivery

Instacart shares rise 12.7% in NASDAQ debut

    [[“value”:” Newly issued shares of grocery-delivery specialist Instacart rose 12.7% in their debut on the NASDAQ exchange on Tuesday, closing at $33.80. The initial public offering of 22 million shares was priced on Monday at $30 per share, but the stock (listed as CART) hit the market around midday at $42 per share […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Sports and news boost broadcast and cable viewing in August; streaming declines as kids head back to school

The lead up to fall is always a transitional period for the TV calendar, and this August was no different. The arrival of a new school year and NFL preseason football, complemented by televised debates and the news cycle related to the upcoming presidential election, had a mixed effect across the TV options. Viewing among […]
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  1. Channel: Delivery

Instacart’s IPO Raises $660 Million; Grocers Have Skin In The Game

Grocery delivery company Instacart launched its initial public offering (IPO) yesterday, raising $660 million with a $30 per share price that was at the top end of its offering range.  The price reflects a $10.2 billion valuation;  the company is making less than 10 percent of its shares available. Public trading of Instacart’s shares will […]
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  1. Retail Operations

How RGM Teams Drive Omnichannel Growth DSI

“RGM [revenue growth management] teams have become really essential drivers [of profitability] … they started off as analytic and consultative support, and I think we’re seeing now leaders really moving them forward into a real seat at the table.” — Peter Leech, Managing Director of Retail and Omnichannel Commerce, The Partnering Group (TPG) Brands are […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Survey:  US Workers Fear Technology Will Make Them Obsolete

Gallup is out with a new survey saying that “22% of US workers worry technology will make job obsolete,” a number that is up seven points in two years. Here’s how Gallup frames the increased concerns: “The recent rise in people’s concern about their job becoming obsolete is owing almost entirely to college-educated workers, among […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Leveraging Waste.

Sometimes to make a point one needs to combine humor with some graphic visualization to break through. Here are three examples that leverage “waste”. The turd on the table The grass is greener because it is fertilized with Bullshit. No Flatulence does not smell like Chanel 5. 1.The turd on the table. What is a […]
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  1. Channel: Delivery

Digital grocery sales plateau, but confidence rises: report

    [[“value”:” TOP TAKEAWAYS 59% of all grocers and 72% of grocers that use Instacart support the company’s decision to go public 84% of grocers also believe their own digital strategies will be able to compete with third-party apps 87% of grocers fear losing touch with customers who use third-party apps The majority of […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

TikTok Shop Launches in the US

TikTok has officially brought e-commerce to the U.S. with the launch of its TikTok Shop. The social media company, which is in direct competition with Meta’s social media channels Instagram and Facebook, announced the U.S. debut of TikTok Shop on Tuesday. The app now features shoppable videos and livestreams directly to For You feeds across […]
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  1. Retailer Media

As Advertisers Shift Budgets into Retail Media, IAB Releases Measurement Standards

The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) has released a preliminary framework to standardize retail media measurement. The framework was developed in collaboration with the Media Rating Council (MRC) as well as 55 companies with a stake in the performance of retail media, including The Mars Agency, Albertsons Media Collective, Google, Unilever U.S., Criteo, Best Buy Ads, […]
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  1. Retailer Media

As Advertisers Shift Budgets into Retail Media, IAB Releases Measurement Standards

The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) has released a preliminary framework to standardize retail media measurement. The framework was developed in collaboration with the Media Rating Council (MRC) as well as 55 companies with a stake in the performance of retail media, including The Mars Agency, Albertsons Media Collective, Google, Unilever U.S., Criteo, Best Buy Ads, […]
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  1. Channel: Grocery

Kroger, Albertsons make deal with C&amp;S Wholesale Grocers — officially selling off 413 stores

    [[“value”:” In a deal which could end up being the foundation for their $24.6 billion merger deal, Kroger and Albertsons Cos. have sold 413 stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers. The sale also includes eight distribution centers and five private label brands. Related: Will the Kroger, Albertsons merger create pharmacy deserts? The two […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Building A Successful Event Brand

Do people line up for LEGO events for blocks? Would a ‘World Origami Championship’ be aired on Paperview? I’ll speak to that below, and as a spectator and ‘puntestant’ (my stage name is Kenny Dewitt – ‘Can-He-Do-It’) I can tell you Punderdome is amazing and a shining example of a successful event brand. Since 2011 […]
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  1. Channel: Grocery

Kroger Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results and Reaffirms Guidance

The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its second quarter 2023 results, reaffirmed 2023 guidance and updated investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital continues to position Kroger for long-term sustainable growth.
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  1. Data & Insights

How To Handle The Holiday Rush With Post-Purchase Order Tracking

The holiday shopping season means an entirely different thing for shoppers and merchants. For the latter, it’s not just about festivities, gift-giving, and visiting places but the busiest time of year, when they have to work amidst the incoming rush if they’re looking to stay ahead of the competition and maximize sales.  In the case […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

The Power of Shipping in the Age of Personalization

In a world where customer experience (CX) is paramount, harnessing the power of personalized shipping can be a game-changer for retailers seeking to create lasting customer relationships. Today’s online shoppers consider the shipping experience to be a key component of their CX, with 90 percent of respondents stating that it accounts for at least half […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Where Will Your Retail Business Be 3 Years From Now?

Today’s consumers are more demanding, less loyal and more distracted than ever before. Retailers face new, complex challenges as they attempt to connect to new customers, provide a more seamless shopping experience, and improve their overall profitability. Consider the following: 82 percent of global consumers regularly use multiple digital touchpoints during their buying journey; and […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Scaling Up Sales in Enterprises: Weighing Discounts Against Free Shipping

When it comes to online retail, pricing strategies can make or break a business’s success. Among these strategies, two stand out as particularly effective tools for driving conversions: discounts and free shipping. Discounts have been a traditional marketing tactic for as long as commerce itself has existed. The psychological allure of getting a product for […]
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  1. Data & Insights

The Home Improvement Boom: Evolving Consumer Behaviors in a Post-Pandemic Era

During the pandemic, home improvement projects surged. However, as noted in YipitData’s 1H23 State of the Home Improvement Report, consumer behaviors have since recalibrated and subsequently transformed the industry. While GMV sales growth has slowed to 2-3% in 1H23 vs 23.5% in 2021, the industry’s outlook still remains positive with 1H23 amassing an impressive $220 […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Top Marks: How Retailers Can Stay One Step Ahead of Savvy Back-to-School Shoppers

For many retailers, the back-to-school season is one of the biggest events of the year — and 2023 is looking to be no exception. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), total expected spending will be $890 per U.S. household for back-to-school shopping in 2023, for a total of $41.5 billion. Back to college looks to […]
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  1. Data & Insights

AI powered customer support in rental services: improving user experiences

Artificial intelligence is an area of computer science that develops systems and algorithms that enable tasks to be formed without humans. This can include everything from problem solving and decision making to language comprehension and speech recognition. AI is increasingly being integrated into many industries, including the rental industry, and is changing the way that […]
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Hy-Vee launches RedMedia omnichannel retail media network

Hy-Vee launched the full-scale version of its retail media network, called Hy-Vee RedMedia, at the Groceryshop 2023 conference this week in Las Vegas. The West Des Moines, Iowa-based retailer described the platform as a disruptor in the retail media landscape that will connect brands directly with Hy-Vee’s customer base across multiple platforms, including both online […]
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Instacart stock languishes after IPO

Instacart saw its share price erode in the two days following its initial public offering, after it rose 12.7% in its first day of trading on the NASDAQ exchange. The stock settled down to just slightly over its IPO price of $30 per share on Wednesday, its first full day on the exchange, then ranged […]
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Retail Media Metrics

#30DaysofRetailMedia | Day 21: Retail Media Metrics Metrics help brand advertisers measure retail media effectiveness. Key performance indicators (KPIs) span the full marketing funnel, as consumers can enter anywhere. Brand advertisers: 🎯 Choose KPIs according to their objectives📊 Measure baseline results for meaningful comparisons🌟 Review their metrics for data insights to optimize their processes and […]
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  3. Holiday & Events

The big chill: Holiday retail sales 2023 expected to slow

Experts predict slow growth in 2023 holiday sales as consumers tighten their belts in a tough economy, but e-commerce will remain a bright spot. Stores are filling with displays of holiday decorations and holiday-themed merchandise as retailers eagerly prepare for the annual shopping surge, but consumers may not be as excited. Forecasts for 2023 holiday […]
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