Supermarket/Grocery

Analysis: U.S. operation is the ‘star of the show’ at Walmart
Walmart has kicked off its new fiscal year with a strong set of numbers that demonstrate it is maintaining its pace of growth even as it laps tougher comparatives and as the consumer economy tightens.
Walmart’s Q1 comp sales best in nine years; warns on tariffs
Walmart reported a solid first quarter with earnings that topped Street estimates amid strong online growth and rising sales at home.

Lidl tests on-demand delivery with new partnership

German discount grocer Lidl is turning to third-party expertise to pilot on-demand grocery delivery in the U.S.
Retail sales slip in April as consumers rein in spending

U.S. retail sales unexpectedly fell in April as consumers cut back spending on clothes, appliances and other goods, both in stores and online.
Kroger in partnership to develop new consumer brands

The Kroger Co. is forming an incubator to develop next-gen consumer product brands.
Walmart reportedly ‘seriously considering’ IPO for Asda

Walmart is weighing a new option for its British supermarket division after its proposed merger with Sainsbury’s was blocked in April by U.K. regulators.
Regional grocery chain has successful offensive against slip-and-fall

In an industry where slip-and-fall claims are viewed as an inevitable cost of business, Redner’s Markets is an outlier.
The most valuable global retail brand is…

A familiar name sits on top of the most valuable global retail brand rankings.
California Fish Grill opens first Arizona location

California Fish Grill’s motto is “The ocean is our backyard,” but not quite so in its newest location.
Walmart makes sustainability gains

Walmart is reporting progress in areas such as emissions, renewable energy, and human rights.
Walmart raises age to buy tobacco products, including e-cigarettes

Walmart has joined the growing list of retailers who are raising the minimum age to purchase tobacco products amid mounting pressure from federal regulators to curb sales to minors.
Study: Cybercriminals shift approach to retail

A new study from Verizon indicates retailers are facing new cyberattack trends.