# Festival Foods Opens 1st Store in Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
On November 8, Skogen’s Festival Foods made its grand entrance into the Minneapolis-St. Paul market with the opening of its newest store in Hudson, Wisconsin. Located at 1616 Crest View Drive, this store marks Festival Foods’ first venture into St….
Ahold Delhaize Signs Power Purchase Agreement
In a significant move towards sustainability, Ahold Delhaize has entered into a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Spanish renewable energy company BRUC. This agreement will fund the establishment of five solar power plants in Seville, Spain, aimed at powering…
Geissler’s 1st to Replace Most Traditional Shopping Carts With Caper Carts
Geissler’s Supermarkets, a notable independent grocer in the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA), has taken a significant step in enhancing the shopping experience by partnering with grocery technology leader Instacart. This collaboration has led to the introduction of AI-powered Caper Carts…
More Leadership Changes at Dollar Tree
In a strategic pivot less than two weeks after CEO Rick Dreiling’s resignation due to health issues, Dollar Tree has announced significant leadership changes aimed at reorienting its direction for sustained growth. These adjustments are critical as the retail environment…
India's E-Commerce Battlefield Readies for Upcoming Wars
The Indian e-commerce landscape is currently experiencing intense competition, particularly between quick commerce and traditional e-commerce platforms. Quick commerce companies, known for their rapid delivery services, are not only redefining consumer expectations but also threatening established giants such as Amazon…
India's Festive Season E-commerce Sales Surge: 12% Growth Driven by Smaller Cities
The recent festive season in India has brought a wave of optimism for the e-commerce sector, which has recorded a remarkable 12% growth from last year, reaching a gross merchandise value (GMV) of approximately $14 billion (over Rs 1.18 lakh…
Amazon Launches an Online Discount Storefront to Compete with Shein and Temu
In a strategic move to reassert its dominance in the budget e-commerce sector, Amazon has launched a new shop called “Amazon Haul.” This storefront focuses on low-priced products, predominantly priced at under $10, aiming to attract bargain hunters who have…
The Insights of Trailblazers at Grocery Impact: Women's Leadership in Retail
At the recent Grocery Impact event in Orlando, Florida, the spotlight was placed on influential women in the grocery industry. This event not only celebrated the Top Women in Grocery honorees for 2024 but also provided a platform for insightful…
The Fresh Market and Shipt Partner for Same-Day Delivery
In an exciting development for grocery shoppers, The Fresh Market has entered a partnership with retail technology company Shipt, enabling same-day delivery services from over 140 locations across 22 states. This collaboration is particularly timely as the holiday season approaches,…
Familiar Refrain for Grocery Inflation Rate
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveals a familiar trend in grocery inflation. For those keeping a close eye on food prices, the situation may seem repetitive, as inflation trends are…
