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FinanceWalgreens plans to close 1,200 stores in the next three years
Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores in the next three years
Some 500 of those stores will close in 2025 alone
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Finance
Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores in the next three yearsWalgreens plans to close 1,200 stores in the next three years
Some 500 of those stores will close in 2025 alone
Finance
Costco sees sales surge in September due to port strike, hurricaneCostco sees sales surge in September due to port strike, hurricane
And grocery led the way
Finance
Peck’s Markets, as part of sale to PSK, joins Allegiance Retail ServicesPeck’s Markets, as part of sale to PSK, joins Allegiance Retail Services
The four-store grocery chain will receive business support from the member-owned co-op
Grocery Operations
CPG advertisers can promote their products on the streaming platform, with Instacart as the landing destination
Retail Labor
UNFI lays off close to 300 workers as it zeroes in on three-year planUNFI lays off close to 300 workers as it zeroes in on three-year plan
Wholesale distributor says it’s all part of the new strategy
Retail Media
Ahold Delhaize USA launches enhanced in-store audio solutions for AD Retail MediaAhold Delhaize USA launches enhanced in-store audio solutions for AD Retail Media
Channels reach customers at Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, and Stop & Shop
Grocery Technology
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SpartanNash’s recent growth spurt may be just the beginningSpartanNash’s recent growth spurt may be just the beginning
“We’re growing,” says Amy McClellan, EVP and chief customer officer, noting the retailer-distributor has a strong appetite for acquisitions
Mergers & Acquisitions
Aldi and Save Mart likely considered buying divested Kroger, Albertsons storesAldi and Save Mart likely considered buying divested Kroger, Albertsons stores
A witness in the Colorado antitrust case appears to have accidentally revealed the names of two potential divestiture partners
Legislation & Regulatory News
San Diego would make digital grocery coupons available to seniorsSan Diego would make digital grocery coupons available to seniors
The proposed ordinance is similar to one under consideration in the New York Assembly
Legislation & Regulatory News
Albertsons to pay close to $4M to settle civil law enforcement complaintAlbertsons to pay close to $4M to settle civil law enforcement complaint
The grocer engaged in alleged false advertising and unfair competition by charging higher prices on goods, the Los Angeles’ district attorney says
Category Deep Dive
USDA report: The meat industry caters to a select few
Retailers, distributors, and packers appear to be engaging in unfair business practices, and the USDA is ready to take action
Oct 15, 2024
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