Acosta Group has released its consumer predictions for 2026, highlighting the growing importance of personalization, transparency and innovation for brands, retailers and foodservice operators. The predictions are based on research conducted with the Jacksonville, Florida-based sales and marketing agency’s 40,000-member proprietary shopper community. “Technology and evolving consumer lifestyles continue to reshape the shopping experience, as […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, Finance News, Midwest, News, West
Uber Eats Expands Regional Grocery, Alcohol Selection With New Retailers
Uber Eats has expanded regional grocery and alcohol offerings with the addition of three retailer partners – Stater Bros. Markets, Kowalski’s Markets and Big Red Liquors – broadening access to grocery and beverage delivery in key U.S. markets. The new partnerships mark continued growth for Uber’s retail and grocery business in 2025, a year in […]
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The Kroger Co. Named To List Of Best Places To Work In IT
The Kroger Co. has been named to Foundry’s Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT. This year’s recognition marks the eighth consecutive year Kroger’s employees have been recognized by Computerworld for its workplace culture. Kroger ranks No. 45 among large organizations on the Best Places to Work in IT list. “Each and every day, […]
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Thrive Market Launches Non-Alcoholic Category
Ahead of the popular “Dry January” period and in response to growing member demand, online grocer Thrive Market is exiting alcohol and launching a new non-alcoholic beverage category with more than 100 SKUs. Thrive Market cited shifting consumer drinking habits and research that challenges traditional views on alcohol consumption as part of the rationale behind […]
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The Fresh Market Opens Stores in Chicago, Lexington, KY
The Fresh Market opened two new stores Dec. 11 – in Lexington, Kentucky, and Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood. The openings unveiled stores offering high-quality meats and seafood, fresh produce, local products and international items. To mark the occasion, the Fresh Market donated $2,000 to God’s Pantry Food Bank and the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Grand-opening […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Organic Natural, Southwest, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Opens Relocated Store In Lakewood, CO
Whole Foods Market has relocated its Lakewood, Colorado, store into a larger 49,500-square-foot space that features more than 800 products from 200-plus local suppliers that meet the company’s strict standards. The site at 14225 W. Colfax Ave. is down the street from the one it replaced at 14357 W. Colfax, which was shuttered after more […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Atlanta Division Opens $34.5M Marketplace In Bethlehem, GA
The Kroger Atlanta Division has opened a $34.5 million, 118,000-square-foot Kroger Marketplace at 995 Loganville Hwy. in Bethlehem, Georgia. The community attended the Dec. 10 celebration, which featured the Apalachee High School Marching Band, JROTC cadets, school chorus, elected officials, community partners and Krogis the mascot. “This is not just a capital investment; it is […]
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First Sprouts Farmers Market In NY To Open At End Of January
Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market plans to officially enter the New York grocery market Jan. 30 with a store opening at 1930 Middle Country Road in Centereach on Long Island. Sprouts says it will offer “a shopping experience rooted in freshness, quality and wellness to the local community.” The store also is creating 92 full- and part-time […]
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The Save Mart Companies Award $201K In Feeding Forward Grants
The Save Mart Companies CARES Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2025 Feeding Forward grants, awarding $201,000 to four California and Nevada food organizations. The grants focus on addressing infrastructure needs at food banks that handle retail recovery food items. Recipients include Central California Food Bank ($100,000), Second Harvest of the Greater Valley ($50,000), […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Northeast, The Giant Company
The Giant Co. Plans New Store In Glen Mills, PA
The Giant Co. has shared plans for a 53,000-square-foot store in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, that will be part of The Shoppes at Concord, which is being built at Route 202/Wilmington Pike and Ridge Road. Construction is scheduled to begin next year, subject to obtaining the necessary permits and approvals. Specific store amenities and employment opportunities, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Opens First FL Store Under Renewed Focus
The store Winn-Dixie opened Dec. 6 at 434 E. Noble Ave. in Williston, Florida, is its first in the Sunshine State since announcing a company transformation. As the grocer celebrates its 100th anniversary, the store represents the next chapter of investment in Florida, delivering a modern, convenient shopping experience to local customers. In October, Southeastern Grocers […]
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Grocery Outlet Embarks On Informed Store Refresh
Improving the in-store experience as well as product mix and inventory levels have been guiding decisions at Grocery Outlet this year. President and CEO Jason Potter, who has been at the helm of the Emeryville, California-based grocer since Feb. 3, outlined Grocery Outlet’s priorities during a Nov. 4 earnings call covering third-quarter results. “We’ve spent […]
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Lidl US Launches Holiday Meal Deal For Customers
Lidl US is offering it first holiday meal deal from Dec. 10-24, helping shoppers build a feast that serves 12 people for less than $4 per person. “Lidl US is dedicated to making high-quality food accessible to everyone, especially during this time of year,” said CEO Joel Rampoldt. “We’re proud to introduce our new holiday meal […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Awards $985K In Grants
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has awarded more than $985,000 in “Nourishing Our Neighbors” grants to 318 feeding partners across Food Lion’s 10-state operating region. According to the foundation, the grants will help participating nonprofits deliver food assistance – as well as education on meal planning, budgeting and cooking – that will help them […]
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Kroger Reports Q3 Results, Takes $2.6B Impairment On Fulfillment Network
On Dec. 4, The Kroger Co. reported third quarter 2025 results that included an operating loss of $1.54 billion, driven by a $2.6 billion impairment charge related to its automated fulfillment network. Excluding the impairment and other one-time items, the Cincinnati-based retailer posted adjusted earnings of $1.05 per share and raised its full-year guidance. Total […]
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BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open Three Clubs In December
BJ’s Wholesale Club will open three stores this month – Dec. 12 in Springfield, Massachusetts, and Sumter, South Carolina; and Dec. 17 in Casselberry, Florida. All three locations will feature on-site BJ’s Gas stations. The Springfield and Sumter stations opened in November, while Casselberry’s opened Dec. 3. BJ’s Wholesale Club in Casselberry, located in the […]
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Smart & Final To Debut New Store Dec. 10 In San Diego, CA
Smart & Final will open a 25,000-square-foot location Dec. 10 at 3705 Rosecrans St. in San Diego’s Midway District, a neighborhood that is transforming into a walkable entertainment, retail and residential hub. The Los Angeles-based retailer specializes in delivering value to household and business customers through a hybrid model that combines everyday grocery sizes with […]
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The Giant Co. Opens New Store In Allentown, PA
The Giant Company held a grand opening Nov. 21 for a new 68,000-square-foot store that is part of the South Mall Shopping Center at 3300 Lehigh St. in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The location replaces a previous store and fuel facility at 3015 West Emmaus Ave. that was shuttered Nov. 20. “At The Giant Co., exceeding the […]
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Survey: 55% Of Americans Prefer Canned Cranberry Sauce
Stop & Shop released survey results revealing that 55 percent of Americans prefer canned cranberry sauce with ridges at Thanksgiving, compared to 31 percent who favor homemade versions. The Quincy, Massachusetts-based retailer surveyed adults ages 18 and older across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and New Jersey to gauge cranberry sauce preferences. The survey […]
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The Save Mart Companies Reopens Maxx Value Store In Modesto, CA
The Save Mart Companies celebrated the grand reopening of its Maxx Value store Nov. 19 at 415 Paradise Road in Modesto. The retailer is bringing the same warehouse-style value and affordability as the company’s FoodMaxx banner in a smaller footprint, without requiring a membership. The company has served families and neighborhoods in the Modesto market […]