Column: Taking Stock

Veteran grocery industry analyst Jeff Metzger breaks down what’s driving the news and what’s coming next.

UNFI’s Spinner Expects WFM Contract Extension; New CEO To Be Unveiled Shortly

During his conference call with analysts after the company released its financials,…

Ahold Delhaize’s Bold Acquisition Of FreshDirect Reveals Its E-Commerce Passion

For the time being, FreshDirect will operate as a separate entity from…

Amazon Unveils Long Expected Pharmacy Entry; Will Brick & Mortar Acquisition Be Next Move?

The buzz has been around since even before the Seattle juggernaut acquired…

Publix To Add Grocery Warehouse To New North Carolina DC Complex

The new DC will encompass approximately 2.2 million square feet and service…

Weis Shifts Trade Funding Strategy; Set To Open 5 New Stores By April

The change in vendor funding for the Sunbury, PA-based retailer will eliminate…

All Systems Go In Malvern, PA For Albertsons’ New Mid-Atlantic Division

New division officially began on September 13 covering 275 stores with annual…

Without Significant Capital From New Owners, Balducci’s, Kings Has Little Chance Of Survival

If TLI Bedrock gains control, it should be prepared add more than…

Big Retailers Continue To Post Near Record Financial Results

Six of the largest retailers doing business in the Mid-Atlantic achieved strong…

Zallie Family Business Transitions ShopRite Stores’ Ownership

David Zallie Buys Out Brothers George, Jr. And Bruce; Will Operate 11…

After Shifting Distribution To Denver, PA, Moving Safeway HQ To Malvern, PA Was Logical Next Step

Seeking efficiency, Albertsons creates $6 bllion Mid-Atlantic division.

Due To COVID-19, Most Retailers Made Gains; Some Were Already Posting Strong Comp Sales

There's never been a year like this one as retailers adapted to…

For Retailers, The New Normal Brings Harsh Realities And Many Unknowns

As he's done for 41 previous years, Jeff give his take on…

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