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news.sky.comOcado recorded group revenues of £1.04 billion for the six months to 31 May, up 54 percent, largely from one-off fees tied to warehouse closures. The company is seeking new grocery partners in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
news.sky.comThe online grocery technology company reported sharply lower profits for the six months to 31 May. Its co-founder and chief executive said he plans to step down in 2028 but will remain available to support the business.
forbes.comWalmart announced price cuts on July 8. President Donald Trump stated the reductions followed his administration's request to mark America's 250th birthday and urged other retailers to match the move.
nypost.comA DoorDash State of Local Commerce report shows wide differences in the cost of a cheeseburger, fries and soda across U.S. cities. The average price rose 3.2 percent over the past year while some grocery items increased more sharply.
supermarketnews.comRepublican candidate Bruce Blakeman said he will invoke the Gift and Loan Clause to block New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s $70 million city-owned supermarket initiative. The 150-year-old provision bars municipalities from directing public funds to private entities without a c…
ReasonWalmart and Sam's Club announced lower prices on summer staples including ground beef, soda, potato chips, and corn on the cob. The retailer stated the cuts had been planned before any government contact.
forbes.comTrader Joe’s announced plans to open nine new locations in 2026. The grocery chain has added dozens of stores in each of the past two years and now operates in 42 states plus the District of Columbia.
app.buzzsumo.comThe company recorded a drop in clothing sales for the first half of its fiscal year. It also confirmed plans to separate its fashion and grocery operations into two listed companies.
Ocado Group has selected a successor to its co-founder and chief executive. The appointment follows a period of leadership transition planning at the online grocery technology company.
Aldi will release one themed blind box each day containing mystery grocery items. Shoppers can claim boxes on a first-come, first-served basis through AldiBlindBox.com.
supermarketnews.comAldi will release one free themed blind box each day from June 22 to 25. Customers can claim the daily box at noon ET on AldiBlindBox.com while supplies last.
New York PostA person with measles passed through San Francisco International Airport and two San Jose grocery stores, prompting health officials to warn of possible exposure. California has recorded 49 measles cases as of June 8, the highest annual total in seven years.
foxnews.comWalmart and Kroger are lowering prices on thousands of products. The moves come as inflation rose above 4 percent and shoppers face higher food costs.
New York PostSaid Abdullahi Ereg, 47, turned himself in on federal wire fraud and money laundering charges tied to more than $4.2 million in alleged pandemic-era child nutrition fraud.
forbes.comWalmart CEO John Furner said last week that higher-income customers are buying more and visiting more often. Food prices including ground beef at $6.90 per pound and orange juice up 21% have prompted spending cuts across income levels.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmericans continue to spend but are buying less gasoline per trip and fewer non-grocery goods. Warehouse clubs report more fuel visits while convenience stores and apparel retailers see declines.
FortuneRetail executives and data firms report more frequent but smaller fuel purchases at warehouse clubs and reduced spending on clothing, furniture, and non-grocery items. The changes coincide with higher fuel prices that began after the Iran conflict started in late February.
nbcnews.comAmazon will run its annual Prime Day sale from June 23 through June 26. The four-day event will emphasize groceries and household essentials amid record-low U.S. consumer sentiment.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewHouseholds report buying fewer items, switching to store brands, and using coupons as grocery costs remain elevated. NPR examined these changes through interviews across multiple regions.
A registered dietitian outlined eight Aldi grocery items she buys to prepare lunches for her 11-year-old daughter. The selections focus on items that require limited preparation time and fit within a household budget.
The IndependentA social media post listed price drops for nine specific grocery items. Government figures show overall grocery costs increased nearly 3 percent from a year earlier.
The GuardianAsda will adopt Ocado’s Smart Platform technology across its website, app, in-store picking and delivery services starting in 2027. The move is part of a broader turnaround plan at the UK’s third-largest supermarket chain.
The IndependentAsda will integrate Ocado's Smart Platform across its website, app, in-store picking and delivery operations starting in 2027. The move forms part of a turnaround effort led by executive chairman Allan Leighton.
New York PostHackman Capital Partners filed suit on May 21 alleging the grocery chain breached its lease at The Culver Steps. The complaint seeks more than $275,000 plus legal fees.
deccanchronicle.comMeal delivery services ship pre-portioned ingredients or prepared meals to subscribers on a weekly schedule. Costs range from about $12.50 to $14 per serving for meal kits, plus shipping fees of $10 to $15. Services reduce meal planning time but typically exceed standard grocery…
A report from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit finds that UK grocery prices recover slowly after global shocks. Food costs have risen more than 40 percent since mid-2021, with bread and pasta among items staying high.
BenzingaRoss Gerber, CEO of Gerber Kawasaki, posted on X that rising U.S. stock prices do not lower food costs. He observed that markets serve as an inflation hedge while consumers still face higher prices.
nypost.comSeveral major chains will operate on the holiday while others will close. Hours at open locations may vary by store.
The TimesMorrisons is discussing sales of products from its Myton manufacturing unit to other grocery chains. The move aims to address £3.1 billion in net debt.
A CNN poll shows 61 percent of Americans reduced grocery purchases in recent months. More than three quarters said President Trump's policies raised local living costs.
Usa TodayThe Trump administration on May 21 changed two EPA rules on hydrofluorocarbons. One delays the phase-out schedule for commercial refrigeration equipment. The White House said the changes would save $800 million in grocery costs.
TimeMayor Zohran Mamdani announced the first two locations for city-owned grocery stores that will waive rent and taxes to offer discounted prices. The initial store is scheduled to open next year in the Bronx, with a second planned for East Harlem by 2029.
nbcnews.comThe Trump administration plans to loosen a federal rule on greenhouse gas emissions from cooling equipment used by grocery stores and air-conditioning companies. Officials say the change will cut business costs and help lower grocery prices for families.
foxnews.comPlastic grocery bags can damage recycling machinery when processed with other materials. Several alternatives exist for disposing of or reusing the bags instead of placing them in standard recycling streams.
cnbc.comAirbnb expanded its platform on Wednesday to include independent hotels, car rentals, grocery delivery and luggage storage. The company also introduced new AI tools for review summaries and chatbot improvements.
The IndependentSoft plastic films such as grocery bags and bubble wrap cannot be placed in household recycling bins. Designated collection points at stores accept these materials for reprocessing into new products.
nypost.comTrader Joe's CEO Bryan Palbaum stated that employees are not trained to flirt with customers. The grocery chain's workplace culture has led some to interpret staff friendliness as flirtation.
BBC NewsTreasury officials held talks with retailers about freezing prices on items such as milk, bread and eggs. Ministers said no mandatory cap would be imposed.
joemygod.comOfficials announced the location of a planned 20,000-square-foot city-owned grocery store in the Bronx. The store is part of a $70 million plan to open similar outlets across all five boroughs.
New York PostThe 86-year-old ice cream brand is resuming sales after its former retailer closed stores. Thrifty products are now available through shipping and select grocery chains.
Joe Poynton created an app that organizes shopping lists by store layout. He used AI chatbots without prior coding experience. The project is the first in a Business Insider series on non-technical users building personal tools.
nypost.comCasa Tua Cucina will open next year on the ground floor of the former Williamsburgh Bank Tower. Nearly 6,000 apartments have opened in the area since 2024, adding 12,000 residents. The project is part of a broader wave of new restaurants and grocery stores.
joemygod.comThe mayor plans to announce a city-owned grocery store opening in the Hunts Point neighborhood next year. Some merchants have expressed opposition to the project.
Government data showed grocery prices increased at the fastest pace in nearly four years during April. Fresh vegetables rose 11.5 percent from a year earlier while seafood prices increased 6.2 percent.
nbcnews.comMinneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke at a Jewish Democratic Council of America event on May 14, 2026. He said anti-Zionism can blur into antisemitism and recounted an incident at a local grocery store after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Frey stated that Democrats shou…
ABC NewsGovernment data released Tuesday showed food-at-home prices increasing 2.9 percent year-over-year, driven by sharp gains in beef, coffee, fresh produce and tomatoes. Overall food prices including restaurants climbed 3.2 percent, even as egg prices fell 39 percent. Economists said…
New York PostA new coalition of more than 50 immigrant business chambers has raised over $1 million to fight Mayor Mamdani’s proposal for five city-owned supermarkets that would receive free rent and tax breaks. The group plans to appear at a City Council hearing tentatively set for May 29 an…
SemaforAbu Dhabi Refreshment Company, a PepsiCo franchisee, is investing $82 million in a new facility in the UAE capital to boost local production. The move comes as supply chain disruptions from the Iran war push the company to localize output of Aquafina, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker O…
news.google.comAldi opened nearly 200 stores last year and plans 180 more in 2026 while warehouse clubs like Costco report strong sales gains. A Consumer Reports study found several discount chains beat Walmart on price. Shoppers cite economic pressures that began in the COVID-19 pandemic.
benzinga.comSteve Cahillane, five months into his role as CEO of Kraft Heinz, has convinced the board to commit $600 million to the business rather than pursue a breakup. The company is lowering prices, expanding promotions and upgrading packaging while warning of potential new inflationary…
cnbc.comThe online retailer reduced prices across nearly half its Fresh range and now undercuts supermarkets on 64.9 percent of comparable items, according to analysis by The Grocer magazine. The move comes as Amazon's grocery business grows at twice the pace of the wider company while h…
The GuardianThe US-Israeli war in Iran has entered its third month, exceeding President Trump's prediction of a six-week duration and triggering a global energy shock that has driven up fuel and grocery prices. Recent polls show widespread disapproval of Trump's handling of the economy and t…
A new survey from Dalhousie University’s Agri-Food Analytics Lab indicates Canadians are adapting to elevated grocery costs through deals and trade-downs. Perceptions of food inflation have softened since fall 2024, though rates remain high among G7 nations. Personal stories from…
csmonitor.comGrocery prices in the United States have increased by about 24% since 2020, with a further rise of up to 3.1% projected for 2026, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. More than half of Americans report decreased affordability in everyday life, citing food costs as the…
news.sky.comA recent survey found that 57% of high-income earners reported concerns about affording groceries. The data pertains to individuals making above $100,000 annually. The worries were noted in the past month relative to the report.
entrepreneur.comAmazon's operations in Australia generated $4.77 billion in revenue in 2025, marking a 25.1 percent increase from the previous year. The growth was driven by advertising, subscriptions, and merchant fees, which surpassed revenue from product sales. The company continues to expand…
insidermonkey.comA class action lawsuit alleging securities fraud has been filed against Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. on behalf of investors who acquired shares between August 5, 2025, and March 4, 2026. The suit claims material misstatements or omissions about the company's financial and operati…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewA class action lawsuit has been filed against Grocery Outlet Holding Corp on behalf of investors who acquired its securities between August 5, 2025, and March 4, 2026. The suit was initiated in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. Investors ar…
news.google.comSome grocery chains are using artificial intelligence to implement dynamic pricing on perishable items, aiming to cut waste and attract value-seeking shoppers. This approach helps convert potential losses from unsold food into revenue without broad discounts. Platforms facilitati…
Substrate placeholder — needs review7-Eleven has shuttered a combined 700 locations across North America through 2024 and 2025. The company announced the closure of 444 underperforming stores in 2024, representing 3 percent of its North American base. 7-Eleven is shifting to larger stores emphasizing fresh food and…