Toy prices jump 4.2% ahead of the holidays
The September price bump came amid a “tough” inflation report, with the overall Consumer Price Index up 0.6%.
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Wegmans’ latest store opening highlights low price focus
In Charlotte, North Carolina, the regional grocer is challenging established players Harris Teeter and Food Lion by claiming that it charges less for a group of frequently…
German Inflation Rises To Highest Level In 2026 – Destatis
The inflation rate in Germany rose to its highest level in 2026, standing at 3.3% in September, according to data from the Federal Statistical Office.
US Grocer Albertsons Pulls Annual Outlook, Accelerates Turnaround Efforts
Albertsons withdrew its FY2026 forecasts as it launched a broad review of its business to cut costs, lower prices and reverse sluggish sales.
Where has the aspirational luxury consumer gone?
High-end brands have raised their prices in the post-pandemic economy. They’re selling less in part because fewer consumers can afford them.
The opportunities for prepared meals as wellness-first shopping meets cost-of-living constraints
Ready-meal makers can prosper as restaurant dining is becoming less accessible for more consumers. The post The opportunities for prepared meals as wellness-first shopping meets…
UK Grocery Inflation Accelerates Over Last Month, Says Worldpanel
British grocery price inflation accelerated to 2.5% over the four weeks to 4 October, market researcher Worldpanel by Numerator said.
Sunny September boosts food and drink spend, but fuel inflation fuels growth
Card spending grew 2.0 per cent in September, according to Barclays' latest Consumer Spend report. This was slightly lower than August’s 2.1% growth, and below the latest CPIH…
Senator raises concerns over Kroger’s plan to buy Giant Eagle
The proposed acquisition and two other major food deals “reveal a growing consolidation trend” that could boost prices for consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren told the FTC and the…
Ross opens 51 new stores
The off-price retailer completed its fiscal year 2026 store growth plan of opening 115 new locations, including its first in Massachusetts.
Tariffs pushed up consumer goods prices by 2.9 percentage points: NY Fed
Consumer expectations for inflation rose for the second straight month to the highest level since May, the University of Michigan said Friday.
B&G Foods calls off Green Giant sale in Canada after antitrust concerns
A regulator previously said the sale to Nortera Foods could result in higher prices, fewer choices and reduced competition.