Michelle Larson to lead Albertsons’ merchandising transformation
The grocer’s new merchandising structure places Larson at the helm, with oversight of Own Brands, pricing, space planning, and strategy as Albertsons sharpens its value proposition.
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Instacart and MDI team up to bring digital solutions to local grocers
Independent grocers across MDI’s retailer network to adopt Instacart Storefront Pro and launch on the Instacart App with a new partnership.
Food Lion Feeds tackles campus hunger with Sack to Give Back
The effort comes at a time when nearly half of college students report experiencing food insecurity.
Walgreens ends transition to private company with Mike Motz as CEO
Motz signaled that the shift to private ownership will enable Walgreens to strengthen its core retail and pharmacy operations further.
Consumer confidence drops in August as shoppers pull back
While consumers’ views of business conditions improved slightly, the report signaled softening demand in key retail categories.
Amazon to extend corporate pay and benefits to Whole Foods staff by 2026
The transition aims to improve collaboration across Amazon’s grocery operations, such as Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh, and Amazon Go stores.
Grocery Outlet appoints Frank Kerr as chief store operations officer
Kerr joins the discount grocer from Lidl US, where he served as Senior Vice President of Operations and Chief Customer Officer.
Labor Day savings and deals start tomorrow at Dollar General
With multiple savings event opportunities, DG is making it even easier for families to celebrate the holiday weekend.
Henkel hires Marc Grannum as SVP of commercial development
Grannum, a former Campbell’s and Reckitt executive, will oversee sales across the region.
Kroger announces corporate layoffs
The move follows a series of cost-cutting actions this year.
Circana CEO: Private brands gain ground across income levels
“Even as many consumers grapple with higher credit card debt and read headlines about economic distress, they remain resilient,” writes Stuart Aitken.
Walmart unveils AI tools and faster delivery at Marketplace Seller Summit
At this year’s Let’s Grow! Marketplace Seller Summit, Walmart unveiled new AI tools and incentives to help sellers grow faster, work more efficiently, and reach more customers.
Walgreens to leave S&P 500
Once one of the largest pharmacy chains in the world, Walgreens will now begin a new chapter under private ownership.
Save A Lot names new CEO
COO Bill Mayo ascends to leadership position as Fred Boehler steps down.
Mass Market Retailers expands to reflect the spectrum of today’s retail
Mass Market Retailers is expanding its platform to integrate Chain Drug Review and add coverage of the convenience channel, creating a unified media resource that reflects the full spectrum of today’s omnichannel retail landscape.
Off-price retailers look to lock in gains
Chains capitalize on 'strong appetite for value-oriented discretionary retail in today's environment.'