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FTC Blocks Kroger-Albertsons $24.6 Billion Merger Proposal

Both retailers said that they would challenge the FTC decision in court, which could set up a lengthy battle over the legality of the ruling.
March 5, 2024

FTC Sues to Block Kroger-Albertsons Proposed $24.6 Billion Merger

News Analysis: As the months dragged on, it became apparent that the once-promising deal was destined to be challenged by the FTC and its anti-big business chairwoman Lina Khan.
February 27, 2024

Action Alert: EBT Skimming Incidents Raise Concerns For Grocers

NJFC
Connecticut Department of Social Services calls attention to situation.
February 19, 2024

FMI Midwinter And Krasdale Shows Both Big Successes

Metro Beat
Terrific new Foodtown debut from Shady Widdi and mark your calendars for the FOFI fundraiser being held May 9.
February 16, 2024

As February Rolls By, Looking Forward To Spring Season

Soup to Nutz
This month, Acme unveils stunning update of its College Park, DE store, NJFC starts off the year with many goals for 2024.
February 16, 2024

Millerchip Bolts Kroger For CFO Job At Costco; Merger Optimism Waning

Taking Stock
Recent developments in the proposed Kroger-Albertsons deal have only dampened hopes that the two retailers are making enough progress in convincing the FTC to approve the deal.
February 16, 2024

Amazon Posts Big Q4 Sales, Net; Jassy Still Optimistic On Grocery

Seattle-based online tech-driven firm saw fourth quarter sales jump 14 percent to $149.2 billion while net earnings increased to $10.6 billion.
February 16, 2024

RBS, PDL Will Become Part Of ADUSA By End Of First Quarter

Global retailer, which posted flat Q4 sales, earnings in U.S. also said it sell its meat plants in Camp Hill, PA and N. Kingstown, RI to Cargill.
February 16, 2024

Tom Genuardi Sr., One Of Foundational Builders Of Genuardi’s Family Markets, Dies at 100

Dominic “Tom” Genuardi Sr., 100, of Lansdale, PA, one of foundational builders of Genuardi’s Family Markets, passed away peacefully January 24 at the Meadowood Retirement Community surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 13, 1923, in Norristown, PA, he was the son of the late Gaspare and Josephine (Sclafani)…
February 16, 2024

FMI 2024 Midwinter Recap: Lots Of Talk; Retailers See Vendors Increasing Promotions

Taking Stock
A recap from the conference held at Marco Island, FL last month.
February 5, 2024

Unfinished Business…. Kicking the Can Again

Legislative Line
What to expect from Congress during this legislative session.
February 5, 2024

The Joy of Costco; Newman’s Own Supporting Girls Sports

Terri's Take
Taking a look at a new book on Costco, plus what's up with Newman's Own.
February 5, 2024

Flashfood Promotes Bertram To CEO, Domingues Is Exec Chmn.

Schneck elevated to chief customer officer
February 5, 2024

A Year In Review And Outlook On 2024

NJFC
NJFC to build off solid 2023 for new year.
January 26, 2024

Wakefern Kicks Off The New Year With Changes

Metro Beat
Plus, Cravecon and the new Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown
January 26, 2024

Happy New Year Wishes And A 2023 Wrap Up From Area Food Banks.

Soup to Nutz
Maria Maggio reports on how the new year is starting.
January 26, 2024

Seven Months In, President Stigers Puts His Imprint On Remaking Wakefern Leadership

Taking Stock
With Caudill as chief sales officer, new alignment for wholesale grocery co-op is taking shape.
January 26, 2024

NY Governor Hochul Introduces Initiatives To Combat Retail Theft

Proposals to increase penalties, provide more funding unveiled.
January 26, 2024

Wakefern Restructures: Caudill Named New Chief Sales Officer

President Mike Stigers is restructuring management team.
January 26, 2024

MD Ups Minimum Wage To $15/Hr. Impacting 163,000 Employees

Taking Stock
In addition to Maryland, 21 other states have raised their lowest pay rate.
January 22, 2024

A Chaotic January…..Year?

Legislative Line
What to expect in 2024.
January 17, 2024

Kicking Off 2024 With Good News From Weis Markets

Terri's Take
Happy 2024 from Terri's Take
January 17, 2024

Teamsters Local 822 Organizes Costco Club Store In Norfolk

Location becomes first unionized Costco in more than 20 years.
January 17, 2024

Bernie Kenny, ShopRites Of Delaware Founder, Dies At 85

Grocer, who started at age 12 in the business, worked his way up to SVP at Pathmark before buying two ShopRite stores in Delaware in 1995.
January 2, 2024

Troubles Continue At UNFI With $39 Million Loss In Q1

Taking Stock
It's the same story again in Q1 for the Providence, RI-based wholesaler/retailer.
December 21, 2023

Metro Beat

Metro Beat
The 5th annual Sumas Family Foundation Holiday Celebration, Goya and King Kullen give back and a busy NY Produce Show.
December 21, 2023

Soup To Nutz

Soup to Nutz
Industry giving during the holiday season ramps up to feed the hungry, including efforts by Philabundance, IFPA and the NY Produce Show, plus a new ice cream flavor celebrates The Giant Company's 100th anniversary.
December 21, 2023

Price Chopper Emerges As Winner, Buys Five ShopRite Stores In Capital Region

Deal will enhance chain's regional market share lead.
December 21, 2023

Terri’s Take

Terri's Take
Some last-minute holiday gift ideas and a look at the new attitudes toward dieting brought about by the increased use of prescription medications for weight loss.
December 21, 2023

Longtime Shoppers Veteran Jim Bartkowiak Dies At 75

Jim Bartkowiak, the talented and personable dairy, frozen and ethnic category director at Shoppers Food, passed away on November 29 in Baltimore at the age of 75. Beginning his career at A&P, Bartkowiak was a fixture in the Baltimore-Washington retail food trade for 51 years. He spent the last 37…
December 15, 2023

Legislative Line

Legislative Line
Legislation to expect in 2024 and beyond
December 15, 2023

After A Stellar Run, Jones To Step Down as CEO Of Publix

Taking Stock
Looking back at the stellar career of Publix CEO Todd Jones, who announced he would step down from the position he has held since 2016.
December 15, 2023

Wakefern, C&S, UNFI, Bozzuto’s Remain Top Wholesalers As Margins Decline

Inflation decline, shrinking indie base create concerns.
December 15, 2023

Maryland Retailers Alliance Inducts 6 New Members Into Hall Of Fame

Kurt Schertle, David Green, Melvin Shapiro, Phil Tulkoff receive top honor.
December 14, 2023

Joe Fantozzi Confirmed As President, COO Of Allegiance Retail Services

The veteran industry executive, who has spent his entire business career in the food industry, had held those titles on an interim basis since September.
December 13, 2023

Statehouse Update

NJFC
Following successful Fall Legislative Conference, PFMA renews push for priorities before year’s end.
November 21, 2023

Metro Beat

Metro Beat
Ronetco debuts new ShopRite of Sussex, NJ, FIA's 26th gala a big success.
November 21, 2023

Soup To Nutz

Soup to Nutz
Wegmans debuts in Manhattan, MAFTO salutes The GIANT Company and John Ruane, Wawa highlights Diabetes Awareness Month.
November 21, 2023

A Tale of Two Cities As Target, Walmart Report Q3 Earnings

Taking Stock
Target and Walmart report Q3 earnings, ADUSA unveils 'common desk structure' for category teams.
November 21, 2023

ADUSA Will Sell FreshDirect To Ultrafast Delivery Service Getir

Dutch retailer offloads online merchant after less than 3 years for as-yet undisclosed price.
November 21, 2023