Channel: Grocery Thoughts on the Kroger, Albertsons merger (Part 1) A three-part op-ed examining the good and bad of the potential Kroger, Albertsons merger Supermarket News March 20, 2023March 20, 2023 < 1 min read MergersKrogerAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC turns to competition about Kroger / Albertsons merger Government agency wants to know everything about how the deal could change the market landscape Supermarket News March 18, 2023March 18, 2023 < 1 min read CompetitionGovernmentMergersKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Your Views: Seems Like Old Times Yesterday I featured an email from an MNB reader that read: I was in the Kansas City airport, the 2nd day of the “new” airport. Down in baggage claim of all places is an Amazon Go store. Now I don’t know what title the people assisting shoppers are called (mentors, geniuses, etc.) but they had […] MorningNewsBeat March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 9 min read Technology & InnovationAmazonConsumersShoppersAssociatesRestaurantsLegal & CriminalDept. BeverageWalmartDept. FuelGovernmentDept. Adult BevDept. DairyKraftHeinzDept. PetKrogerMergersPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Coalition Lines Up To Oppose Kroger-Albertsons Deal Common Dreams reports that “a progressive coalition of more than 100 unions and consumer advocacy groups from across the United States has come together to build the ‘Stop the Merger’ campaign, a national and state-level effort to prevent Kroger from acquiring Albertsons and establishing the country’s most powerful grocery cartel. “On Tuesday, the coalition announced […] MorningNewsBeat March 15, 2023March 15, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerAlbertsons / SafewayMergersGovernmentConsumersLegal & CriminalDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Why Retail Media and CTV Are Set to Have a Very Happy 2023 For an advertiser looking for real-time conversions on its ads, retail media is nothing short of magic. Retail media ads connect impressions directly to purchases. You can see exactly how many people saw your ad and then completed a transaction. No other ad medium comes close. With retail media, brands can reach tens of millions […] Amit Nigam March 15, 2023March 15, 2023 3 min read Marketing: Retail MediaMarketing: BroadcastStreamingData & InsightsConsumersMarketing: SocialKrogerWalmartInstacartDeliveryShoppersPartnershipsAlbertsons / SafewayOperations & Supply ChainConsultingDrizlyMarketing: Digital MediaTikTokAgenciesTargetGopuffBrick and MortarWalgreensLowesMergersFood DeliveryESG and CSREconomyStore LocationQ CommerceResults & InvestmentCVSBig DataBest BuyAmazonTechnology & InnovationMars Inc. 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 4
Channel: Grocery Massive coalition out to stop Kroger / Albertsons deal A coalition of 100 organizations representing diverse interests from around the country have joined forces in the “Stop the Merger” campaign, a national and state-level effort to oppose the proposed $25 billion merger of grocery store chain giants Kroger and Albertsons. The announcement was made March 14. The coalition is announcing the launch of its […] Supermarket News March 14, 2023March 15, 2023 2 min read KrogerAlbertsons / SafewayMergers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 4
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Prof G Markets: Scott’s NJOY Stake, the JetBlue/Spirit Merger, and WeightWatchers Buys Ozempic Maker This week on Prof G Markets, Scott gives the inside scoop on his early investment in NJOY, which will reap 30x in returns after Altria’s acquisition of the vape company goes through. He also shares his thoughts on whether or not the JetBlue/Spirit Merger should be blocked, and takes a look at WeightWatchers’ move into […] The Prof G Show March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 < 1 min read PodcastsMergersReturnsAcquisitionResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Focus and Flow Bryan Wiener is one of the early digital pioneers who has created over half a billion dollars of shareholder value across the many companies he has either co-founded or helped grow and sell. He is best known for his leadership of 360i which he sold to Dentsu and his turnaround of Profitero which he sold […] Rishad Tobaccowala March 12, 2023March 12, 2023 4 min read AmazonTechnology & InnovationData & InsightsLegal & CriminalMarketing: BroadcastDeliveryMarketing: SocialMarketing: Retail MediaAgenciesCryptoAcquisitionPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentStreamingGoogleBrick and MortarGeneral BusinessConsumersWalmart ConnectMergersMeta (Facebook)PodcastsRoundelShoppersTikTokWalmartExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger turns to former speaker Boehner for merger help The retailer is now under contract with Washington veteran, who will provide counsel to lobbyists Supermarket News March 11, 2023March 11, 2023 < 1 min read MergersKroger 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Boehner To Become Speaker Of The Merger Kroger said yesterday that it has hired John Boehner – the former Congressman from Ohio who served as Speaker of the House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015 – to help its lobbying effort aimed at federal approval of its proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. The Hill reports that “Boehner, who works for law […] MorningNewsBeat March 10, 2023March 10, 2023 < 1 min read MergersKrogerGovernmentAlbertsons / SafewayAcquisitionLegal & CriminalExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Best Buy and Atrium Health Partner to Provide Enhanced At-Home Hospital Care Best Buy Health will work with Atrium Health to develop new hospital-at-home offerings, helping enable providers to deliver high-quality care while reducing emotional and financial burdens on patients and caregivers. Atrium Health already has a strong position in telemedicine and a well-established hospital-at-home program, combined with a patient population of nearly 3 million people. Atrium […] Retail TouchPoints March 8, 2023March 10, 2023 2 min read Health & WellnessBest BuyTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsAcquisitionResults & InvestmentDept. HBCConsumersOmnichannelMergersOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodEconomyShoppersStrategyUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Newly merged IRI and NPD rebrand to Circana The new company name for the data providers follows their finalized merger in August 2022. Grocery Dive March 8, 2023March 8, 2023 < 1 min read Insight ProvidersBig DataMergersData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Kroger To Invest $770 Million In Associates This Year Kroger yesterday announced “a more than $770 million incremental investment in its associates during 2023. The company will use this investment to raise average hourly rates, improve healthcare options, build new training and development opportunities, and more.” The company said that this “builds on the $1.9 billion incremental investments in wages and comprehensive benefits Kroger […] MorningNewsBeat March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 2 min read AssociatesKrogerResults & InvestmentExecutivesHealth & WellnessPricing & PromotionsMergersAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights IRI and The NPD Group Rebrand as Circana CHICAGO – Information Resources Inc. and The NPD Group merged in August 2022, and today the combined company has been rebranded under the name Circana. “We are proud to begin this new chapter together as Circana, a name that conveys our 360-degree, full-circle understanding of the consumer and market, and our unique ability to bring […] MMR March 7, 2023March 8, 2023 2 min read Insight ProvidersBig DataData & InsightsConsumersTechnology & InnovationExecutivesUnileverBrick and MortarConsultingMergersPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger posts solid 4Q, full-year 2022 results CINCINNATI — The Kroger Co. today reported sales growth for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 28. For the fourth quarter, net sales increased 5.9% to $34.82 billion. Comparable-store sales (excluding fuel) increased 6.2% from a year ago. Fourth-quarter sales of its Our Brands merchandise increased 10.1%. Kroger in the quarter celebrated the […] MMR March 2, 2023March 2, 2023 2 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentExecutivesSustainabilityAssociatesReturnsDept. FreshDept. FuelEconomyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyDept. Natural / OrganicOwned Brands (Private Label)Dept. GroceryHealth & WellnessMarketing: TradeMergersPartnershipsAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Results Announces Growth Expectations for 2023 Company Release – 3/2/2023 Fourth Quarter Highlights Fiscal 2022 Highlights CINCINNATI, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022 results, provided 2023 guidance and updated investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital continues to position Kroger for long-term sustainable growth. Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney […] Kroger Press Releases March 2, 2023March 2, 2023 9 min read KrogerAssociatesResults & InvestmentDept. FuelShoppersEconomySustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessGovernmentDept. FreshStrategyOperations & Supply ChainReturnsDept. PharmacyBrick and MortarMergersDept. DairyOwned Brands (Private Label)DeliveryAlbertsons / SafewayCOVID19Marketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersDept. Natural / OrganicPartnershipsExecutivesWeatherUnileverCompetitionTargetPress ReleaseInclusivityData & InsightsTrends: Food and BeverageTrends: ConsumerMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSRMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Shopper & Customer Retail Loyalty’s Moment is Now There’s no question that rising prices have altered consumer behaviors. Whether they’re choosing lower-cost private-label items at the grocery store, cutting back on discretionary apparel purchases or spending less on electronics, persistent price increases are top-of-mind for shoppers across all retail sectors. Our recent survey of North American, UK and APAC consumers — which is […] Retail TouchPoints February 28, 2023March 1, 2023 5 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersConsumersData & InsightsPricing & PromotionsTescoSustainabilityExecutivesMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationWeatherInternational - UKThick DataESG and CSRBrick and MortarStore LocationTargetEconomyOwned Brands (Private Label)Results & InvestmentDept. ApparelOmnichannelMarketing: SocialMarketing: In StoreMergersDept. NonfoodDept. FreshDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationMetaversePartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Expands Enterprise Offerings with Display Ads and Order Management for Deli and Produce Items Instacart has expanded the offerings under its Instacart Platform umbrella, a suite of enterprise-grade technologies designed to help grocers with their digital transformations. New capabilities include online and in-store solutions to capture new ad revenue, the ability to bring more of the store online and seamless end-to-end fulfillment solutions. These new capabilities are now available […] Retail TouchPoints February 24, 2023March 2, 2023 3 min read InstacartDeliveryDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedShoppersDept. FreshDept. GroceryDept. PerimeterMarketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationBrick and MortarMergersOmnichannelConsumersThe Fresh MarketStrategyMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesBOPISAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC Won’t Challenge Amazon’s One Medical Acquisition The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has decided not to challenge Amazon’s proposed $3.49 billion acquisition of 1Life Healthcare, parent company to One Medical, which provides membership-based primary healthcare services to employees for more than 8,000 companies in a dozen major US markets. This is Amazon’s third largest acquisition, after Whole Foods ($13.7 billion in 2017) […] MorningNewsBeat February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 2 min read AcquisitionHealth & WellnessAmazonGovernmentWalgreensConsumersDept. GroceryWhole FoodsCVSDept. HBCBrick and MortarAssociatesExecutivesKrogerLegal & CriminalMergersPartnershipsTargetTechnology & InnovationUnileverWalmartEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Dick’s Expands Reach into Outdoor Category with Acquisition of Moosejaw from Walmart Dick’s Sporting Goods has agreed to acquire outdoor retailer Moosejaw from Walmart for an undisclosed amount. The deal is expected to close in March 2023. The acquisition expands Dick’s outdoor portfolio — currently led by Public Lands, which Dick’s launched in 2021 — and reaffirms the retailer’s “commitment to the long-term business opportunity in the growing multibillion-dollar […] Retail TouchPoints February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 < 1 min read WalmartAcquisitionDept. Sporting goodsDept. NonfoodMergersExecutivesMerchandisingData & InsightsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Arizona launches antitrust investigation into Kroger-Albertsons merger State AG Kris Mayes cites potential impact on consumers, workers, farmers, and ranchers Supermarket News February 18, 2023February 18, 2023 < 1 min read MergersLegal & CriminalKrogerGovernmentAlbertsons / SafewayConsumersAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Arizona AG to investigate Kroger/Albertsons merger The Arizona Attorney General will investigate the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons over concerns that it could result in higher grocery prices for consumers. Kroger operates Fry’s Food & Drug Stores and Smith’s Food & Drug Stores in the state. Albertsons’ stores include its namesake chain and Safeway. RetailWire February 18, 2023February 18, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerAlbertsons / SafewayMergersBrick and MortarDept. GroceryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Arizona A.G. Launches Antitrust Probe Into Kroger-Albertsons Deal Attorney General Kris Mayes yesterday announced that her office “is launching an anti-trust investigation of the proposed merger between The Kroger Co., parent company of Smith’s and Fry’s Food & Drug Stores, and Albertsons Companies, which operates supermarkets under the Albertsons and Safeway brands in Arizona.” “Hardworking Arizonans struggle daily to put fresh, healthy food on […] MorningNewsBeat February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 < 1 min read Albertsons / SafewayKrogerLegal & CriminalGovernmentMergersConsumersDept. GroceryAssociatesDept. NonfoodDept. FreshBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy ASOS Gets Second Interim CFO as Leadership Reorg Continues British online fashion and beauty retailer ASOS has appointed its second interim CFO in four months as current interim CFO Katy Mecklenburgh plans to leave in May 2023 for another role. Sean Glithero has been named as the company’s new interim CFO until a permanent CFO is appointed. He will formally take over the role […] Retail TouchPoints February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 2 min read ExecutivesResults & InvestmentDept. ApparelInternational - UKStrategyShoppersMergersOperations & Supply ChainDept. HBCDept. NonfoodEconomyTechnology & InnovationAssociatesSustainabilityAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Google, Accenture Deepen Relationship to Help Retailers Harness and Optimize Their Data Google Cloud and Accenture are expanding their strategic partnership with a series of new initiatives to help retailers modernize their businesses and transform store operations. Accenture’s AI.Retail platform — which helps retailers better utilize data and artificial intelligence to optimize common operations such as customer acquisition, pricing and promotions, assortment and supply chain — […] Retail TouchPoints February 16, 2023February 17, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainGoogleConsultingShoppersMerchandisingPartnershipsAssociatesAcquisitionAIExecutivesAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarStrategyDept. NonfoodConsumersMarketing: TradeMergersPredictions and ForecastsTech: AIMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital FT: Amazon CEO Preparing to ‘Go Big’ on Grocery Investments Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is reportedly planning to double down on the ecommerce giant’s physical grocery business despite recently announced plans to put growth on hold, according to the Financial Times. Jassy blamed the company’s grocery struggles on a lack of “normalcy” during the pandemic and noted that it was ready to “go big” on […] Retail TouchPoints February 15, 2023February 17, 2023 2 min read AmazonTechnology & InnovationExecutivesResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarShoppersMergersWhole FoodsCOVID19Dept. FreshInternational - UKMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainStrategyTech: Cashierless 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Office Hours: The Kroger-Albertsons Merger, An Argument Against Seed-Stage Investing, and Taking Advantage of the “Silver Tsunami” Scott discusses his thoughts on the Kroger-Albertsons merger and explains what needs to be done to restore dignity to work. He then advises against using a young family’s nest egg for seed-stage investing, and wraps up with his insight on the “Silver Tsunami.” Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices The Prof G Show February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 < 1 min read WeatherMergersKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: In StoreDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger and Albertsons plan divestiture of 250-300 stores: Reuters The grocers are considering selling the locations, which could generate more than $1 billion in sales, in a bid to appease regulators reviewing the $24.6 billion merger. Grocery Dive February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerDivestituresBrick and MortarAlbertsons / SafewayMergers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger, Albertsons Focus On Store Divestment Reuters reports that Kroger and Albertsons have begun the process of determining how many stores they will have to divest in order to gain the approbation of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and permission to proceed with their $24.6 billion merger. The story notes that stores in all of the regions in which the two […] MorningNewsBeat February 13, 2023February 13, 2023 2 min read Albertsons / SafewayKrogerDivestituresBrick and MortarGovernmentResults & InvestmentMergersDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Albertsons Launches Health and Wellness Platform Across 16 Banners Albertsons has introduced the Sincerely Health platform, built in collaboration with healthcare providers, insurance and technology companies and using insights gathered from more than 10,000 customers and associates. The platform is accessible on the websites and apps of 16 of the supermarket giant’s banners, including Albertsons, Shaw’s, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Acme and Tom Thumb. The […] Retail TouchPoints February 13, 2023February 13, 2023 2 min read Health & WellnessAlbertsons / SafewayShoppersAcquisitionWalgreensWalmartDept. PharmacyTechnology & InnovationAmazonCVSData & InsightsAssociatesMergersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. GroceryDept. NonfoodPricing & PromotionsDollar GeneralPredictions and ForecastsGoogleExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation aisle 3 exits the CSS business and uses proceeds to support growth in sneaker category AI powered shopping platform aisle 3 has completed the sale of its Google Comparison Shopping Site (CSS) service to Product Hero. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, other than it being all cash. The sale consolidates market share for CSS service provider Product Hero, which works with the likes of Rituals and Ikea. […] Written by Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The Daily QuickWit (3/17): The Top Retail News The top retail news and most read stories in commerce. Written by RetailWit March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Kroger lands deal for self-driving truck deliveries Get ready because the empty truck cabs in motion are coming. Gatik, which is involved in autonomous middle-mile logistics, has announced a multi-year commercial collaboration to transport customer orders within Kroger’s Dallas distribution network. The operations will launch in a few weeks. Under the collaboration, Gatik’s medium-duty autonomous box trucks will transport fresh, customer-favorite products from […] Written by Supermarket News March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Channel: Grocery Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Corporate Strategy Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Owned Brands (Private Label) Albertsons Redesigns and Expands Open Nature Own Label Line Albertsons yesterday unveiled what it said was “the redesign of its Open Nature brand as the company strives to become the brand of choice for those health-conscious shoppers seeking a more balanced lifestyle. Open Nature, which is part of Albertsons Cos. Own Brands portfolio, provides shoppers with tasty foods made with thoughtfully chosen ingredients that […] Written by MorningNewsBeat March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Corporate Finance Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Dollar General investing $100M in its stores, with a focus on boosting labor Dive Brief: Dollar General posted net sales of $10.2 billion during the fourth quarter of 2022, a figure that was up 17.9% compared with the same period in 2021, the discount retail chain reported Thursday. Comparable-store sales rose 5.7% year-over-year in Q4, while operating profit was up 17.1%. CEO Jeff Owen said Dollar General intends to invest about […] Written by Grocery Dive March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked