Channel: Grocery Kroger/Albertsons vs. FTC Court Case Scheduled For Late August Mark your calendars. Set your alarm. August 26, 2024, has been set foe the beginning of the trial that will determine whether the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will be able to block Kroger’s $24.6 acquisition of Albertsons. The trial will take place in the Us District Court in Portland, Oregon, and is expected to last […] MorningNewsBeat March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 2 min read Albertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryKrogerGovernmentBrick and MortarAssociatesConsumersAcquisitionPredictions and ForecastsCostcoDivestituresC&S Wholesale GrocersAmazonWalmartHoliday & EventsMergersPiggly WigglyUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Report: FTC Ready To Block Kroger-Albertsons Deal Bloomberg reports that “the US Federal Trade Commission and a group of states are poised to sue as soon as next week to block the tie-up between supermarket giants Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos., according to people familiar with the plans. “The suit is expected before Feb. 28, when an agreement not to close the […] MorningNewsBeat February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 2 min read GovernmentKrogerRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayDivestituresLegal & CriminalBrick and MortarMergersAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsAcquisitionUnileverC&S Wholesale GrocersPiggly Wiggly 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Trader Joe’s Grocerant Focused Best Other Grocers Looking for a meal for one or two at a price you can afford that is good! Well it seems that many consumers are doing the same thing and that they are doing that with gusto at Trader Joe’s. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® “In the minds-eye […] Grocerant Guru December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 2 min read Regional GroceryTrader JoesDept. GroceryData & InsightsConsumersShoppersAlbertsons / SafewayHy-VeeThick DataWhole FoodsKrogerAhold DelhaizeHEBWegmansRestaurantsTargetThe Fresh MarketDept. Natural / OrganicPublixPartnershipsHealth & WellnessDeliveryNatural GrocersDept. FreshIngles MarketPiggly Wiggly 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug SN Top 10: Walgreens, Stop & Shop, Piggly Wiggly top the week's headlines [[“value”:”In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, the top story was Walgreens pharmacy employees launch scattered walkout. Walgreens pharmacy workers began a loosely organized walkout on Monday to protest their heavy wor”]] Supermarket News October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 < 1 min read WalgreensRegional GroceryPiggly WigglyDept. PharmacyAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Piggly Wiggly could see big growth again in Texas [[“value”:” Piggly Wiggly is showing signs of a comeback in the state of Texas — and the growth is being attributed to both the recent C&S acquisition deal, as well as the efforts of one independent grocer, reports the Dallas Morning News. Local Texan Fernando Soto owns three Save A Lot stores. He […] Supermarket News October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 < 1 min read Regional GroceryPiggly WigglyBrick and MortarKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayC&S Wholesale GrocersShoppersAcquisitionBankruptcyDept. GroceryDivestituresMergersResults & InvestmentSave A Lot 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SN Top 10: Kroger, Albertsons, Piggly Wiggly top the week’s headlines In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, Kroger-Albertsons merger: Many views, many angles ranked as the week’s top story. Wall Street analysts say the $24.6 billion deal, despite facing high regulatory hurdles, will Supermarket News October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 < 1 min read KrogerAlbertsons / SafewayPiggly WigglyMergersEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wanna grow EBITDA by 100%? Here’s how Piggly Wiggly did it. A pilot program in the company’s Midwest stores is leveraging AI to drive overall earnings Supermarket News October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 < 1 min read Piggly WigglyTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Holiday & Events Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked