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The latest news and analysis of U.S. grocery, mass, drug, discount and club retailers, including financial, executive leadership and mergers and acquisitions. 

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A Tour Through Philly’s Giant Heirloom Market

The retailer’s new small-format concept targets the foodie consumer with fresh, local and artisan offerings.

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Publix VP of Manufacturing Jeff Stephens to Retire

Company veteran of 38 years “has been a great example of what it means to be Publix," CEO Todd Jones said.

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Trade Scene: 2019 FMI Midwinter Highlights

By Meg Major on Feb. 01, 2019

Top grocery leaders converged in Miami in late January for FMI’s 2019 Midwinter Executive Conference, including 1068 registered attendees, 230 of which were from the retailer and wholesaler communities from 35 states and five countries. Click through to check out top highlights of the event, which had the theme "Upending the Apple Cart," along with speakers and retail newsmakers who were on the scene.

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Here's What Happens to Grocery Sales During a Deep Freeze

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Feb. 01, 2019

Retailers must strategically plan inventory ahead of winter weather events.

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Whole Foods Gaining Share, Amazon Earnings Suggest

By Jon Springer on Feb. 01, 2019

When adjusted for calendar issues and online effects, the grocer grew sales by about 6% in the fourth quarter.

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Raley’s Refreshes Private Label Program Around Transparency

By Natalie Taylor on Jan. 31, 2019

Updates include a design overhaul and expanded clean offerings for the Purely Made brand.

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FMI Installs New Directors

By WGB Staff on Jan. 31, 2019

Executives from Brookshire Bros., Allegiance Retail Services, Boxed Wholesale, Gelson’s, UNFI and Ocado join the trade association’s board.

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UNFI Sues Adviser in Supervalu Deal

By Jon Springer on Jan. 31, 2019

The distributor's lawsuit alleges that Goldman Sachs arranged financing that benefited the bank over the company it was advising.

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Peapod Launching Same-Day Delivery Pilot

By Jon Springer on Jan. 31, 2019

The partnership with Deliv in select Giant Food Stores markets integrates with existing Peapod options and begins regional expansion of Ahold Delhaize USA brands.

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Grocery Outlet Taps RangeMe for Product Discovery

By WGB Staff on Jan. 30, 2019

The retailer aims to enhance its supplier relationships and provide new items to meet customer demand through the new partnership.