FreshDirect secures $100 million loan from UBS
The financing will fund investments in technology, AI-powered capabilities, and operations to improve customer experience and efficiency.
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Wiliot and Velociti partner to accelerate enterprise-scale physical AI deployments nationwide
By combining Wiliot’s Physical AI platform with Velociti’s deployment expertise, the companies enable faster, large-scale adoption of real-time supply chain intelligence
Shipt keeps customers connected with same-day holiday deliveries
Company is supporting until the very last minute with holiday must-have deals, gift delivery options, tips, and same-day delivery on orders placed before 3 p.m. local time on Christmas Eve
Instacart sues NYC over grocery-delivery law
“The City is picking winners and losers,” Instacart said.
Kroger to expand e-commerce offerings
Expects to improve e-commerce profitability by approximately $400 million in 2026
Kroger and Uber Eats expand partnership
For the first time, any U.S. retailer, Uber Eats’ restaurant selection, will be directly integrated into Kroger’s digital platforms, allowing customers to order groceries and restaurant meals in one convenient place.
U.S. egrocery sales hit $9.8 billion in June 2025
Delivery, Pickup, and Ship-to-Home Services Drive Strong Gains Amid Shift Toward Online Shopping
U.S. online grocery sales soar as delivery drives growth
The report cautions that May’s growth is an outlier, reflecting momentum from promotions that began in mid-2024.
U.S. egrocery sales surge to $9.8 billion in April
Memberships deepen engagement among existing customers and attract new ones.