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Industry Partners

Consumer Confidence Slid in November

 By Christine LaFave Grace on Dec. 01, 2021

Consumers' view of their financial prospects dimmed in November amid concerns about rising prices.

Retailers

An Homage to the Helpers

 By Meg Major on Apr. 29, 2020

Applauding the public’s newfound appreciation for our industry’s—indeed, our nation’s—essential grocery workers.

Retailers

Not Your Average Snow Day

By Meg Major on Apr. 06, 2020

WGB's April editor's letter charts the grocery industry's rapid response to the coronavirus crisis that has thrust the world into unprecedented times and unchartered waters.

Retailers

Warning Signs From the U.K. Grocery Scene

By David S. Rogers on Dec. 10, 2019

Flat sales, declining profits and many senior level retirements indicate competitive stresses for major retailers in Great Britain.

CPG

Lessons From CPGs’ Forefathers

By Meg Major on Aug. 29, 2019

History's new series "The Food That Built America" provides a fascinating look at the food industry pioneers who revolutionized the art of making, selling, branding and marketing food for the masses.

Retailers

Dialed Into Discounters

By Meg Major on Aug. 19, 2019

Contemplating the significance of our August cover story with an assist from IGA CEO John Ross.

Fresh Food

Are People Eating Any Healthier?

By Phil Lempert on Jul. 22, 2019

The Lempert Report: Civil Eats puts forth a series of roundtable discussions of food insecurity, food distribution and whether or not we are eating any better than before.

Fresh Food

Where Do Americans’ Food Dollars Go?

By Phil Lempert on Jul. 11, 2019

The Lempert Report: Most of the money goes to food services such as restaurants—not farmers.

Retailers

Why We Chose Ahold Delhaize as Our 2019 Grocery Business of the Year

By Meg Major on Apr. 10, 2019

Ahold Delhaize’s excellent adventure has been driven by a blend of exceptional top leaders and an energized base of thousands of dedicated associates companywide.

CPG

Transforming CPG Promotions Through the Power of AI

By Steven Hornyak on Apr. 02, 2019

The vast majority of CPG promotions fail to break even, but artificial intelligence and machine learning can help companies execute promotions that hit the mark with customers.

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