Topco Celebrates Its 80th Anniversary
Topco Associates LLC, which began as a modest cooperative aimed at addressing product shortages during World War II, has significantly evolved over the decades. Now, with nearly $18.3 billion in sales, the company commemorates its 80th anniversary. Founded in 1944…
Topco Uses Cooperative Model to Support Members Against National Competitors
In the rapidly changing landscape of grocery retail, regional cooperatives like Topco play an invaluable role for their members, especially as they confront fierce competition from both national brick-and-mortar retailers and e-commerce giants. Executives from notable regional chains, including Jeremy…
Topco Reinvents Private Brands for Savvy Shoppers
As consumers increasingly seek quality products at competitive prices, retail private brands have emerged as a solution to meet this demand effectively. Topco, collaborating with its 46 retail members, has recognized this opportunity to enhance its private label offerings, thereby…
Amazon's New Strategy: The 'China Condition' for Sellers in the US
In a revealing development in the ecommerce arena, Amazon has reportedly imposed a controversial ‘China condition’ on sellers operating in its US marketplace. As the competitive landscape intensifies, particularly with the rise of rival platforms, this recent directive aims to…
Which city buys most condoms on quick comm, who revels most in late-night binge? Swiggy Instamart's data reveals
The landscape of consumer behavior in India is rapidly changing, especially with the surge of quick commerce platforms like Swiggy Instamart. Recent data released by Swiggy has highlighted an interesting trend: a significant rise in the demand for sexual wellness…
Pucker Up for 2025: Upcoming Food Trends in the Grocery Industry
What’s in store for food trends and the grocery industry in the new year? If you follow the news too closely, you might get a sense of doom and gloom driven by pending tariffs, changes to workforce policies, and potential…
How to Land More Seafood Sales
It’s been somewhat steady — if not quite smooth — sailing for seafood categories heading into a new year. Food retailers have opportunities across fresh, frozen, and canned segments to garner more attention and sales through a diverse product assortment…
Harnessing the Power of Customer Reviews in E-Commerce
In today’s competitive e-commerce landscape, where consumers are constantly bombarded with options, customer reviews have emerged as a critical component of online retail strategy. They not only influence consumer behavior but can also significantly impact search engine rankings. Understanding how…
Fast, faster, fastest: How 2024 put more speed into your shopping
The year 2024 marks a crucial turning point for quick commerce, or q-comm, in India. With significant developments, innovation, and adoption, consumer expectations for fast delivery have been reshaping the e-commerce sector, especially in bustling urban environments. Quick commerce, aiming…
Tata Sons May Infuse Fresh Funds into E-Commerce Arm Only by Mid-2025
Tata Sons, a prominent player in the Indian business landscape, has announced its intention to inject capital into its e-commerce venture, Tata Digital, but only by mid-2025. Until then, the company will rely heavily on internal funding and debt financing….
