Loblaw Cos.

PLEASANTON, Calif. — In a move seen as a bold strike for both parties, Safeway has agreed to sell its lucrative Canadian business to Sobeys operator Empire Cos. for $5.8 billion in Canadian cash....More

BRAMPTON, Ontario — Loblaw Cos. here on Monday provided details of what officials called a “groundbreaking” new digital loyalty-marketing program....More

MONTREAL — Loblaw said Tuesday that it would invest nearly $100 million (U.S.) in Quebec this year to renovate and upgrade its stores, including the introduction of new prototypes for its Provigo and Loblaws banners....More

Traditional Canadian supermarkets face increasing pressure from U.S. discounters Wal-Mart and Target....More