Grocery e-commerce and in-store sales head in opposite directions
Online food and beverage sales rose more than 15% during the four weeks that ended Oct. 4, while physical store sales were down almost 3%, Circana said.
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Victoria’s Secret’s Pink leans into beauty with ‘Mini Bar’ collection
The Pink Mini Bar features collaborations with Vacation, Mario Badescu and Fazit and will have a dedicated section featuring the products in stores.
Are grocers ready to help shoppers getting off GLP-1s?
Retailers need to think about the long game to support people whose shopping habits change after they come off the weight loss medications, experts said.
Ahold Delhaize acquires Tesco in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
Ahold Delhaize has reached an agreement to acquire 100% of Tesco’s Czech and Slovak operations. The retailer says this move represents a significant opportunity to strengthen its…
Why digital shelf optimisation is becoming as important as physical packaging
By Lawrence Palmer, managing director of design agency WK360
Consumer appetite for ultraprocessed food reform extends beyond MAHA
Close to two-thirds of Americans support policies regulating chemicals and additives in food, according to a University of Pennsylvania study.
Heydude wants to sell more in North America, but is unlikely to open new stores
The brand returned to growth in Q3 compared to its weak results last year, thanks largely to wholesale revenue from retail partners.
Hershey warns consumer financial stress could weigh on Halloween sales
CEO Kirk Tanner said the final days leading up to the holiday will be “really critical.”
DuPont webinar to explore specialty membranes in fruit juice processing
Educational session examines how membrane and purification technologies can support juice quality, consistency and processing performance.
Gap Inc. launches AI hiring tool in time for the holidays
The retailer expects around 200,000 seasonal employment applications. Its new AI platform aims to reduce the administrative tasks associated with hiring.
Consolidation in the U.S. online grocery market: DoorDash acquires Instacart
The American meal delivery service DoorDash is set to acquire its industry peer Instacart, which specializes in grocery delivery. Both companies see the deal as offering…
Astral Foods workers strike over pay at two South Africa sites
Workers at JSE-listed Astral Foods’ Festive chicken operation in South Africa have begun strike action over pay. The post Astral Foods workers strike over pay at two South Africa…