FMI holiday report finds shoppers prefer to spend less on holiday clothing, décor or events than scale back the feast.
Category: Aisle Watch
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Posted inAisle Watch, Beverage News, Southeast, Suppliers
Statehood Waters Lands 1st Walmart Order, Plans Midwest Expansion
The 16-oz. resealable, reusable aluminum bottles featuring state-specific imagery are made in the USA.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Aisle Watch, Beverage News, National, News, Nonfood Items, Suppliers
Topco’s Wide Awake Coffee, Crayola Team For Holiday Campaign
The campaign encourages shoppers to take a break during the holiday season through coloring, drawing or a mindful pause.
Posted inAisle Watch, Center Store, Featured News, Marketing News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, National
Holiday Meal Deals Stack Up As Grocers Compete On Affordability
The latest round of promotions includes a complete Thanksgiving meal as low as $2.50 per person.
Posted inBeverage News, Aisle Watch, Independent Store News, International Foods, Southeast
Fresco Supermarkets Opens 7th Fresco Liquor Store In Hialeah
The in-store shop offers customers a curated selection of wine, tequila, rum, whiskey and other spirits at competitive prices.
Posted inSuppliers, Aisle Watch, Center Store, Featured News, National
Kraft Heinz To Divest Coffee Business, Adds 2 Directors
The new independent board members are former Kroger CFO Mike Schlotman and Nordstrom CFO Kelly Dilts.
Posted inGrocery Research, Aisle Watch, Featured News, National
Acosta: Shopper Confidence Falling Despite Steady Purchasing Power
Findings suggest modest economic gains have provided limited relief for households managing years of higher prices.
Posted inPackaging News, Aisle Watch, Center Store, National, Suppliers
Cheerios, Ziploc Partner On Highly Requested Resealable Cereal Bag
The solution to “everyday cereal frustration” will roll out to retailers nationwide in coming months.
Posted inCenter Store, Aisle Watch, Southeast, Suppliers
Sauer Brands Renames Itself Duke’s Mayo Company
The identity change follows the company’s recent sale of its spice business to Watkins.
Posted inAisle Watch, Bakery News, Marketing News, National, Snacks Brands
Kroger, Stop & Shop Lean Into Halloween With Candy Volume, Seasonal Exclusives
Kroger expects to sell 25 million pounds of candy, while Stop & Shop debuts a Marty the Robot Boo Bucket, returning muffins and a pizza deal.
Posted inAisle Watch, Center Store, Corporate Store News, Featured News, Independent Store News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast, Southeast
Price Rite, Winn-Dixie, BJ’s Roll Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals
The latest offers range from complete meals for less than $3.90 per person to a free turkey with purchase.
Posted inOrganic Natural, Aisle Watch, Grocery Research, Health & Wellness, News
Expo West Forecasts 17 Trends Shaping Natural Products In 2027
Among the trends, Gen Z’s “treat culture” is fueling small, attainable luxuries like premium pantry staples and café-style latte mixes.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aisle Watch, Featured News, Northeast
Target Completes SoHo Store Transformation With Reimagined Food Market
The lower-level food and beverage space now has the feel of a city market, with emerging snack brands and Favorite Day.
Posted inBeverage News, Aisle Watch, Corporate Store News, Featured News, National, Suppliers, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Alcohol-Free Beverages Go Mainstream As UNFI, Walmart Build Out Category
The no-alcohol market is projected to approach $5 billion by 2028, according to alchohol data provider IWSR.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Aisle Watch, Association News, National, News, Store News, Suppliers
PLMA Names 2026 Salute To Excellence Awards Winners
More than 900 entries were judged based on taste and sensory appeal, packaging, product concept and value for the money.
Posted inAisle Watch, Center Store, Independent Store News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast, Wegmans
Wegmans Previews Thanksgiving Meal For Less Than $5 Per Person
The 16-item meal centers on a 13-pound Shady Brook Farms frozen turkey, with sides and desserts to boot.
Posted inAisle Watch, Ahold Delhaize, Center Store, Corporate Store News, Featured News, Grocery Research, Northeast, Snacks Brands, Southeast
Giant/Martin’s Survey: Chocolate, Caramel, Peanut Butter Rule Halloween
Nearly 58 percent of the Mid-Atlantic respondents in the hand out fun-size or mini treats.
Posted inAisle Watch, Association News, Center Store, National, Snacks Brands, Suppliers
Seasonal Occasions Drive 64 Percent Of Chocolate, Candy Sales: NCA
Confectioners and retailers may be able to gain more sales as younger generations develop their own traditions, like Galentine’s Day, Summerween and Friendsgiving.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Aisle Watch, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest
AWG Family Of Brands Rolls Out New Items For Fall, Holiday Seasons
CMMO Tye Anthony: “Every item in this Q3 and Q4 rollout is backed by market research and sales analytics.”
Posted inMarketing News, Aisle Watch, Center Store, National, Suppliers
Kraft Natural Cheese Teases New Flavors With Clip-On ‘Pocket Parm’
The miniature version, offered in L.A. and Orlando, offers a taste of three new flavors ahead of their full-size nationwide debut in January.