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More than 1,400 industry leaders gathered in Marco Island for the FMI Midwinter Conference, where artificial intelligence dominated discussions.
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Optimism remains that at-home food consumption will stabilize amid improving supply chains and stronger digital engagement.
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At Wakefern Food Corp., President Mike Stigers is reshaping leadership with key executive departures.
Playing Against Khan Is A Rigged Game; Kroger, Albertsons Seek New Venue To Continue Battle
An analysis of the recent decision, as well as Ahold Delhaize news…
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The Federal Trade Commission, led by Chair Lina Khan, formally blocked the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons.
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Labor groups including the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union argued the ruling ultimately strengthens rivals like Walmart, Amazon and Costco.
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Separately, Ahold Delhaize reported mixed Q4 results, while selling its two U.S. meat plants to Cargill and expanding delivery partnerships with DoorDash.
Millerchip Bolts Kroger For CFO Job At Costco; Merger Optimism Waning
Recent developments in the proposed Kroger-Albertsons deal have only dampened hopes that…
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Former Kroger CFO Gary Millerchip is departing after 15 years to become CFO of Costco.
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Kroger’s merger effort faces mounting pressure from the Federal Trade Commission under Chair Lina Khan.
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Walmart announced plans to remodel 650 stores, build 150 new locations and execute a 3-for-1 stock split.
FMI 2024 Midwinter Recap: Lots Of Talk; Retailers See Vendors Increasing Promotions
A recap from the conference held at Marco Island, FL last month.
Seven Months In, President Stigers Puts His Imprint On Remaking Wakefern Leadership
With Caudill as chief sales officer, new alignment for wholesale grocery co-op…
MD Ups Minimum Wage To $15/Hr. Impacting 163,000 Employees
In addition to Maryland, 21 other states have raised their lowest pay…
Troubles Continue At UNFI With $39 Million Loss In Q1
It's the same story again in Q1 for the Providence, RI-based wholesaler/retailer.
After A Stellar Run, Jones To Step Down as CEO Of Publix
Looking back at the stellar career of Publix CEO Todd Jones, who…
A Tale of Two Cities As Target, Walmart Report Q3 Earnings
Target and Walmart report Q3 earnings, ADUSA unveils 'common desk structure' for…
Chaos Continues At Save A Lot As Bergmann Exits, Boehler Named Interim Chief Executive
More turmoil as company seeks to switch to fully franchised operation.
Sprouts Touts Pennsylvania As Hot Growth Market With Six New Stores Planned By ’25
Sprouts eyes Pennsylvania for growth in 2024.
Giant, Safeway Begin Negotiations With UFCW Locals 400, 27 For New B-W Labor Contracts
Giant and Safeway work on new labor contracts for their stores in…
After Quiet Acquisition Period, Manufacturers Getting Back Into Buying Game
Campell's/Sovos and Smucker's/Hostess tie-ups show a resurging appetite for big-ticket acquisitions.