Consumer caution crimps Wal-Mart’s second quarter earnings 08.15.2013 By Staff The retailer said it gained share in the "food, consumables and health and wellness/O.T.C." category during the quarter.Read More
Safeway seeks relevancy in local markets 07.19.2013 By Eric Schroeder Company cites numerous initiatives under way that fit localization strategy.Read More
Kroger to buy Harris Teeter Supermarkets 07.09.2013 By Staff Transaction valued at about $2.5 billion.Read More
Ratings agency sees headwinds for on-line grocers 07.02.2013 By Eric Schroeder Consumer resistance to delivery fees among factors that may curb growth.Read More
Wal-Mart: Food takes center stage 06.27.2013 By Josh Sosland Pressure for retailer to maintain traffic, profits may have major ramifications for foodRead More
Kroger connecting with customers digitally 06.21.2013 By Eric Schroeder Company says digital strategy includes on-line sales, web site visits and app downloads.Read More
Wal-Mart adopting local strategy 06.14.2013 By Eric Schroeder Retailer plans to add store-specific food displays and sell regional productsRead More
Sobeys to acquire Safeway’s Canadian business for $5.7 billion 06.13.2013 By Staff The transaction includes 213 grocery stores, 12 manufacturing facilities and 4 distribution centers.Read More
Wal-Mart’s food safety efforts yield lower costs, fewer recalls 06.03.2013 By Monica Watrous Retailer requires private label suppliers to comply with Global Food Safety Initiative standards.Read More
Safeway sorting out target market 05.30.2013 By Eric Schroeder Company doesn't see on-line as growth vehicle.Read More