Costco Reports Strong October Sales
Costco Wholesale Corp. has reported impressive sales figures for October, showing a remarkable 7.2% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. This surge comes despite challenges posed by external factors such as hurricanes and port strikes that…
Lowes Foods CEO Wants Grocers to Believe in Magic
In a recent address at Progressive Grocer’s Grocery Impact event in Orlando, Tim Lowe, the CEO of Lowes Foods, posed a thought-provoking question: What if there were no holiday seasons to boost grocery sales? His answer was simple yet profound:…
Aldi, Amazon, and Dollar General: Examining Their Neighborly Moves and Grocery Impact
The grocery landscape is changing rapidly, and few events illustrate this shift better than the recent strategic maneuvers by major players like Aldi, Amazon, and Dollar General. Each has made significant adjustments to their operations that could reshape the retail…
PHOTO GALLERY: Scenes From Grocery Impact
The Grocery Impact event, organized by Progressive Grocer, is a premier gathering where grocery industry leaders convene to exchange insights, celebrate accomplishments, and strengthen their networks. Scheduled from November 6-8 in Orlando, Florida, this year’s event has attracted significant attention,…
Harris Teeter to Celebrate Opening of New Location in North Carolina
Harris Teeter is set to expand its footprint in North Carolina with the opening of a new store in Apex on November 12 at 4 p.m. This event promises to attract not just shoppers, but community members looking to enjoy…
Casey's Completes Largest Acquisition to Date
Casey’s General Stores Inc. has made headlines with its recent acquisition of Fikes Wholesale, the owner of CEFCO convenience stores, closing the deal on November 1. This strategic acquisition adds 198 new convenience stores to Casey’s portfolio, making it the…
USA Prime Boneless Chops: Get the Best of Our Best
In the competitive world of meat retail, quality often defines brand loyalty and customer satisfaction. Prairie Fresh USA Prime® pork stands out by offering exceptional products, particularly their boneless chops. When customers consider purchasing premium pork, this brand is setting…
Lower Volumes, Cautious Consumers Affected SpartanNash in Q3
The retail landscape continues to present both challenges and opportunities, as evident in SpartanNash’s recent third-quarter financial results. Despite a slight dip in overall net sales, the company demonstrated resilience through strategic acquisitions and a solid retail performance, highlighting its…
Sprouts Farmers Market to Open 1st Store in Wyoming
Sprouts Farmers Market is making a significant move by opening its first store in Wyoming, set to launch in Cheyenne on Friday, November 22. The new location at 5214 Rue Terre signals not just a geographical expansion but also a…
Enforcement Directorate Targets E-commerce Sellers: The Implications for Amazon and Flipkart
Recent developments from India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) reveal a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart. The ED has been conducting searches at various locations linked to sellers utilizing these platforms as part…
