FTC sues to block Kroger-Albertsons $24.6 billion merger The Federal Trade Commission has sued to block the largest proposed supermarket merger in U.S. history. Albertsons Cos. selects new marketing partnerThe Idaho-based grocer has selected R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD) to transform its “promotional marketing ecosystem” and grocery merchandising. Walmart accelerates employee skills-based training for in-demand jobs Walmart is doubling down on skills-based training as a pathway for employees’ future success in the company. Sprouts Farmers Market opening 35 stores in 2024; Q4 sales up 8% Sprouts Farmers Market reported strong fourth quarter and full-year results as it continues to expand its footprint. Ahold Delhaize USA names chief sustainability officer Marc Stolzman will oversee all aspects of health and sustainability for the Dutch grocer’s U.S. subsidiary. Grocery Outlet to acquire 40-store United Grocery Outlet Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. is expanding its footprint into new markets in the Southeast. Kroger promises to lower prices, invest in stores following merger The Kroger Co. has detailed its commitment to customers as it faces regulatory scrutiny over its proposed acquisition of rival Albersons Cos. Kroger enhancing third-party product listings with generative AI The Kroger Co. is applying artificial intelligence (AI) to dynamic pricing and market analytics solutions on its seller marketplace. Lidl to join roster at New Jersey power center The discount chain is continuing its growth on the East Coast. Ahold Delhaize USA offering on-demand delivery via DoorDash The U.S. subsidiary of Dutch supermarket conglomerate Ahold Delhaize is making omnichannel delivery available across all banners. Whole Foods Market Canada offers fast delivery via Instacart The Canadian banner of Amazon’s Whole Foods Market natural and organic foods grocery chain has a major new delivery option. CFO shakeup at Costco, Kroger In a move that caught the industry by surprise, the longtime and highly respected CFO of Costco Wholesale Corp. is departing after serving in the role for nearly 40 years. First Previous 24 25 26 27 28 Next Last