Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize Sells FreshDirect To Turkish E-Grocer Getir Ahold Delhaize USA announced this morning that it is selling the FreshDirect e-grocery business in which it acquired an 80 percent stake less than three years ago. The buyer is Getir, a Turkish e-commerce company that largely operates in Europe, but does have so-called instant delivery operations in Chicago, New York and Boston, where it […] MorningNewsBeat November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 3 min read Ahold DelhaizeFreshDirectQ CommerceOmnichannelDeliveryShoppersResults & InvestmentAcquisitionOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreCOVID19KrogerInternational - UKExecutivesBrick and MortarKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Kraft Real Mayo seeks to make ‘moist’ Word of the Year via search hacking A Twitch “Search-A-Thon” livestream is part of the brand’s efforts to convince Merriam-Webster that the maligned term is the word of the moment. MarketingDive November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Heinz Ketchup Introduces New Pickle-Flavored Option Kraft Heinz has announced a new pickle ketchup that will be released across the nation. RetailWire November 7, 2023November 13, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces DTC Health Care Apparel Brand Figs Opens First Store in LA Direct-to-consumer health care apparel and lifestyle brand Figs has opened its first permanent physical retail space in LA’s Century City Mall. In addition to providing shoppers — who Figs refers to as “Awesome Humans” — with the opportunity to touch and try on products, the store, dubbed a “Community Hub,” will host events to celebrate […] Retail TouchPoints November 7, 2023November 7, 2023 2 min read Health & WellnessDept. HBCDept. ApparelMarketing: Social MediaKraftHeinzBrick and MortarStore LocationShoppersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Heinz to launch pickle ketchup in US Heinz has announced the US launch of its new pickle ketchup—a combination of the flavours of pickles and Heinz ketchup. Retail Insights Network November 6, 2023November 13, 2023 2 min read KraftHeinzInternational - UKPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Rite Aid to offer veteran appreciation discount PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid said it will honor the service and sacrifice of all veterans and active military personnel this Veterans’ Day by offering a “Veteran Appreciation Days” promotion. From Nov. 10-12, customers with a valid military ID or proof of service are eligible for 15% off regular-priced items* at any Rite Aid store location. […] MMR November 6, 2023November 6, 2023 < 1 min read Rite AidStore LocationMarketing: In StoreKraftHeinzExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Figs opens first brick-and-mortar store [[“value”:”The DTC healthcare apparel brand opened an LA shop, announced plans for a second location in Philadelphia and raised its full-year outlook.”]] RetailDive November 4, 2023November 4, 2023 < 1 min read Store LocationKraftHeinzHealth & WellnessDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Target offering Thanksgiving meal for under $25 [[“value”:” Target has launched a Thanksgiving meal for under $25 online and in store, including the following staples to serve four: Good & Gather Premium Basted Young Turkey (Frozen) – 10 lb. Good & Gather Russet Potatoes – 5 lb. Good & Gather Cut Green Beans – 14.5 oz. Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup – 22 oz. […] Supermarket News November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 < 1 min read TargetHoliday & EventsDept. BeverageDept. FreshDeliveryShoppersKraftHeinzDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dessert Industry Trends in the US Amid an unsteady economy, there have been concerns that consumers will reduce their spending on indulgences, yet the dessert industry remains stable in growth. Nevertheless, Americans are changing their dessert consumption behaviors. In this article, we’ll explore how consumers are contending with healthy versus indulgent dessert perceptions, the influence of plant-based innovation in sweet treats, […] Mintel October 31, 2023October 31, 2023 5 min read ConsumersData & InsightsHealth & WellnessSustainabilityDept. FrozenTechnology & InnovationTrends: Food and BeverageKraftHeinzDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. DairyDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaTargetESG and CSRShoppersInternationalEconomyThick DataNestle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Capri Sun serves ‘epic’ kid moments on Dude Perfect, family-focused platforms Keyed in on kids’ and families’ co-viewing and co-listening habits, the campaign is the Kraft Heinz brand’s first major effort since unveiling a new formula. MarketingDive October 24, 2023October 24, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Broadcast bounceback: New TV sports rights deals provide fans with free access to local games Coming to a TV station near you: your favorite local sports team. As the television landscape evolves, access to local sports is changing—and the price point for some fans couldn’t be better: free. How is this possible? As audiences continue to migrate away from traditional cable packages, a handful of teams are partnering with local […] Nielsen October 23, 2023October 23, 2023 3 min read Marketing: BroadcastDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesStreamingBig DataInsight ProvidersData & InsightsMarketing: Digital MediaKraftHeinzPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsConsumersDept. FreshHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Rite Aid plans to close over 150 underperforming stores PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid plans to plans to close about 7% of its stores initially, as the drugstore chain makes its way through its Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. The company submitted a list of 154 stores in a court filing. Most of the chain’s stores are on the East and West Coasts, and the list reflects […] MMR October 23, 2023October 23, 2023 2 min read Brick and MortarRite AidHealth & WellnessDept. PharmacyBankruptcyAssociatesKraftHeinzDept. HBC 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
Department & Category Customer Focused Food Innovation Drives Trial Food retailers are all competing for a larger share of stomach according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. In order to garner incremental customers food retailers including restaurants, convenience stores, grocery stores, dollar stores, and bodegas must focus specifically on Generation Z and Millennials where food discover and fresh […] Grocerant Guru October 20, 2023October 20, 2023 3 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsKraftHeinzBrick and MortarShoppersDept. FuelTechnology & InnovationTrends: Food and BeverageDept. BeverageConsumersPackagingOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In StorePredictions and ForecastsPepsiCoDept. FreshGovernmentESG and CSREconomyDept. PerimeterRestaurantsDept. Adult BevPhilanthropy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Rite Aid looks to close 154 stores in Chapter 11 bankruptcy [[“value”:” Details are starting to surface about Rite Aid’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, and it looks like the retailer plans to close 154 stores, reports Business Insider. The number was pulled from court documents. As it stands, Pennsylvania will lose the most stores (37), followed by California (28), with many others on the […] Supermarket News October 19, 2023October 19, 2023 < 1 min read Rite AidBankruptcyBrick and MortarWalgreensResults & InvestmentKraftHeinzDept. PharmacyDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryAssociatesOwned Brands (Private Label)Government 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Rite Aid Files For Bankruptcy Rite Aid, the nation’s third largest drug store chain, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection yesterday. The New York Times writes that the company is “weighed down by billions of dollars in debt, declining sales and more than a thousand federal, state and local lawsuits claiming it filled thousands of illegal prescriptions for painkillers. Rite […] MorningNewsBeat October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 2 min read Rite AidBankruptcyBrick and MortarCompetitionDept. HBCHealth & WellnessExecutivesWalgreensOperations & Supply ChainEconomyDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentCVSTechnology & InnovationKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food The Giant Co. names new CFO, SVP of operations [[“value”:” The Giant Company announced today that it has named Rebecca Lupfer chief financial officer and Dave Lessard senior vice president of operations, customer experience, and perishable distribution. Both will report directly to The Giant Company’s president, John Ruane. Both appointments are effective Monday, Oct. 16. In her new role, Lupfer will lead the finance, […] Supermarket News October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 2 min read Dept. FreshOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesDept. PerimeterDept. GroceryMerchandisingAhold DelhaizeResults & InvestmentCustomer ExperienceAssociatesStrategyDept. BeverageDept. BakeryDept. Center StoreBrick and MortarDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedKraftHeinzShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Rite Aid files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid Corp. on Sunday announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as part of a voluntary restructuring plan that the company says will reduce its debt, increase its financial flexibility, and allow it to accelerate its ongoing business transformation. In connection with this process, Rite Aid said it has […] MMR October 16, 2023October 16, 2023 2 min read BankruptcyRite AidResults & InvestmentExecutivesHealth & WellnessAssociatesVendorsBrick and MortarConsultingKraftHeinzPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Rite Aid Takes Steps to Accelerate Transformation and Position Company for Long-Term Success PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) (“Rite Aid” or the “Company”) today announced it has reached an agreement in principle with certain of its senior secured noteholders on the terms of a financial restructuring plan that will allow the Company to accelerate its ongoing business transformation. Implementing the contemplated restructuring plan will significantly reduce the […] BusinessWire - Retail October 16, 2023October 16, 2023 < 1 min read Rite AidResults & InvestmentKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Rite Aid Corporation Appoints Jeffrey S. Stein Chief Executive Officer PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) (“Rite Aid” or the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Jeffrey S. Stein as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO) and a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Stein succeeds Elizabeth (“Busy”) Burr, who has served as Interim CEO of […] BusinessWire - Retail October 16, 2023October 23, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesRite AidKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Chianti Classico Celebrates 100 Years & “Exceptional Growth” The Chianti Classico Consortium this week said that it celebrates its 100th anniversary, it has been seeing “exceptional growth” that tracks to “evolving trends” in people’s wine tastes. According to the announcement, “The high-end market segment, represented by Riserva and Gran Selezione wines, has consistently delivered outstanding performance. Together, they accounted for approximately 45% of […] MorningNewsBeat October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevInternationalStrategyDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Ore-Ida’s first ads in 5 years emphasize consistency in an uncertain world A colorful new creative platform and modernized packaging are part of parent Kraft Heinz’s ongoing efforts to revamp legacy products. MarketingDive October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinzPackaging 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Rite Aid faces NYSE delisting amid share-price decline [[“value”:” Rite Aid Corp. said this week that it was in danger of being delisted from the New York Stock Exchange as its stock price and market capitalization have plunged. The company said its stock, which has lost about 80% of its value since July and was trading at between about 52 and […] Supermarket News October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 2 min read Rite AidResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarBankruptcyDept. PharmacyDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainKraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Expo East 2023 Recap: 8 Trends to Watch Our top takeaways from the show floor At the end of September, we attended the final Expo East in Philadelphia and got excited about the launch of Newtopia Now next year. Once again, we joined thousands of attendees and exhibitors for a first look at innovative new products, explored updates on classics, chatted with inspiring […] Spins October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 4 min read Data & InsightsDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevDept. FreshConsumersPricing & PromotionsTrends: Food and BeverageDept. DairyPredictions and ForecastsPackagingSustainabilityMarketing: Social MediaProcter & GambleShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedMarketing: In StoreKraftHeinzDept. Refrigerated 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Resurgence And Rewards Of Brand Equity Something interesting is happening in brand management. Increasingly, we read about brand-businesses that are focusing on Brand Equity. It has been decades since the topic of Brand Equity was mentioned in press releases and earnings calls. Brand Equity is more than a phrase; it is an investment in enduring profitable growth of the brand-business. That […] Branding Strategy October 2, 2023October 2, 2023 4 min read Marketing: BrandResults & InvestmentStrategyShoppersEconomyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationKraftHeinzRestaurantsCOVID19Owned Brands (Private Label)PepsiCoExecutivesStreamingSustainabilityMarketing: In StoreConsumersMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsProcter & GambleDept. NonfoodMarketing: Digital MediaCPG: Adult BeverageDept. Adult BevDept. ApparelDept. DairyDept. Toys & GamesDept. BeverageHealth & WellnessInternational - UKCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Big Ten effect: With 4 new football teams next year, the NCAA conference will extend its TV reach in key markets In addition to engaging millions of fans across the country, sports are big business, especially when it comes to television rights. And when we look at commercial opportunity, nothing tops football—something the media industry has experienced firsthand amid the most recent member changes within the top NCAA conferences. The changes aren’t likely to affect individual […] Nielsen September 29, 2023September 29, 2023 4 min read Marketing: BroadcastData & InsightsInsight ProvidersBig DataDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesGovernmentPredictions and ForecastsKraftHeinzConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Jimmy Buffett: Catholic Philosopher? Even the National Catholic Reporter weighed in after Jimmy Buffett’s passing, writing that “many outlets were fascinated to find that Buffett was raised Roman Catholic in the South. (Although astute listeners would have heard him say, ‘I was supposed to have been a Jesuit priest’ in ‘We Are the People Our Parents Warned Us About,’ […] MorningNewsBeat September 29, 2023September 29, 2023 2 min read KraftHeinzDept. PerimeterDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Heinz jumps on Taylor Swift’s ‘seemingly ranch’ moment with new condiment To capitalize on a viral moment around Taylor Swift’s visit to see Travis Kelce play football, the brand came up with a new sauce in less than 24 hours. MarketingDive September 28, 2023September 28, 2023 < 1 min read KraftHeinz 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Report: Rite Aid to Close Hundreds of Stores in Bankruptcy Filing Rite Aid is negotiating terms of a bankruptcy plan that could see a significant number of its more than 2,100 drugstores permanently close, according to a report. People familiar with the company’s talks with creditors told The Wall Street Journal that Rite Aid has proposed to close as many as 500 stores in bankruptcy, and either sell […] Joe Keenan September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarRite AidBankruptcyWalgreensCVSOperations & Supply ChainLegal & CriminalKraftHeinzHealth & WellnessEconomyDept. Pharmacy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces 7 cool natural products we saw at EXPO East [[“value”:” Trends in keto, ayurvedic meals, mushrooms, and many, many non-alcoholic beverages The 38th annual natural products EXPO East show took place Sept. 20-23 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pa. It’s also actually the final year for the show, but look out next year for a totally new iteration of the […] Supermarket News September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Natural / OrganicPredictions and ForecastsHealth & WellnessKraftHeinzExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Channel: Mass Corporate Strategy Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Kroger Delivers its First-Party Data to the Yahoo DSP Yahoo Advertising and Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) — the retail media business of Kroger, powered by 84.51° — are teaming up to bring Kroger’s first-party, purchase-based audiences to the Yahoo Demand-Side Platform (DSP). Yahoo DSP advertisers can now activate KPM’s audiences to reach targeted consumers with their advertising and measure campaign results. While off-site advertising […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Technology & Innovation Amazon services outpace retail growth in Q1 The e-commerce giant’s third-party services, advertising, subscriptions and cloud unit generated double-digit revenue increases in the period. Written by RetailDive May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery - Natural Department: Nonfood Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Retailer Media Data & Insights International Technology & Innovation Stores & Formats Amazon tops expectations for revenue, earnings SEATTLE – Amazon posted better-than-expected revenue and earnings in the quarter ended March 31. Net sales increased 13% from a year earlier to $143.3 billion. The company reported first-quarter net income of $10.4 billion, or 98 cents a diluted share, compared to $3.2 billion a year earlier. Amazon’s operating income surged to $15.3 billion, up […] Written by MMR May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers 5 things top news: Kroger tries to strengthen merger deal The most impactful news in the grocery industry for the week ending April 26 Written by Supermarket News April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department & Category Department: Food Department: HBC Corporate Strategy ESG Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walmart to close all 51 health centers BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart today said it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Walmart Health and Walmart Virtual Care clinics, citing a lack of profitability. “The decision to close all 51 health centers across five states and shut down the virtual care offering was not easy. We understand this change affects lives – […] Written by MMR April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked