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A focus on smaller local stores, more acquisitions of retail companies by non-traditional buyers and an increased focus on wellness are among the top industry predictions for the coming year. 

Will online sales of consumer products will stay around 40% after the pandemic’s over? Not likely, according to Katie Thomas, leader of the Kearney Consumer Institute.

Big Y is combining payment processing, loyalty and merchandising on a single platform.

Omnichannel consumption among U.S. consumers increased by 50% during 2020.

Two independent Piggly Wiggly store owners are acquiring one Bi-Lo store location each.

A regional Midwestern grocery retailer plans to increase its focus on local brand discovery in 2021.

A regional grocer will start informing shoppers of products offered by businesses owned by members of under-represented groups.

Grocery retailers need to prepare for a business landscape including a heightened emphasis on safety and broader access to e-commerce.