Corporate Operations: Page 217
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Instacart's growth unscathed by Amazon-Whole Foods deal
With a flurry of retailer partnerships forged this summer, the company appears to be benefiting from the blockbuster acquisition.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 17, 2017 -
Can scandal-plagued JBS's plans for an IPO succeed?
The global meat giant is again aiming to go public in 2018, but recent legal and financial challenges could make that difficult to carry out.
By Megan Poinski • Aug. 17, 2017 -
Trendline
Mergers and acquisitions
Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.
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SpartanNash distribution business remains strong while retail and military struggle
The company said consolidated net sales increased to $1.89 billion, but it faced challenges in its Fresh Kitchen facility, which assembles and packages prepared foods.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 17, 2017 -
Pinnacle Foods buys facility for $37.5M to grow Birds Eye frozen vegetables
Investing in innovation and infrastructure to grow sales and market share of the iconic brand is a strategic priority for the food conglomerate.
By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 17, 2017 -
Tyson invests $84M to expand Tennessee poultry plant
The initiative, which is expected to add 300 jobs to the local economy, will increase the food giant's chicken production capacity as it expands its protein business.
By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 17, 2017 -
Bai Brands ditches quirky past to focus on more mature future
The change by the flavored water maker is a difficult one for owner Dr Pepper Snapple because it risks tarnishing the hip image that made the brand cool in the first place.
By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: How Thrive Market became the country's hottest online natural and organic market
Gunnar Lovelace, founder and co-CEO of the online grocer that's been called "Whole Foods meets Costco," talks about the company's rise, strategy and success.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 16, 2017 -
Publix boosts omnichannel efforts with new VP hire
The Florida-based grocer said Erik Katenkamp, who helped forge its partnership with Instacart, will focus on integrating the company’s online offerings with its store experience.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 16, 2017 -
Amazon launching Instant Pickup in five locations this week
The stations will offer “everyday essentials” such as snacks, drinks and electronics fewer than five minutes after customers place their order.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 16, 2017 -
Sponsored by Lee Industries
Kettle modifications to enhance operator and food safety in your process
Safety must be a key consideration when expanding your operation. Ensure your kettle or tank is ready for safe use with these guidelines.
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Jana Partners acquires stakes in Blue Apron and Sprouts
The same firm that pressured Whole Foods to sell itself could do the same to the meal kit operator and the fast-growing natural and organic retailer.
By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 15, 2017 -
Cup Noodles tries healthy with variety featuring full serving of vegetables
The "Very Veggie" product comes after consumers requested more produce in the snack popular with college students and in brown bag lunches.
By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 15, 2017 -
Regional grocers struggle as national competitors make gains
The struggles of stores like Marsh and Central Grocers are creating opportunities for national chains to grow and consolidate.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 15, 2017 -
'Healthier' sports drink maker Kill Cliff attracts outside investor
The investment by Sunrise Strategic Partners gives it a stake in a beverage with low-calories, no sugar and a clean ingredient label — areas popular with consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 15, 2017 -
Report: Activist fund Corvex builds $400M stake in yogurt maker Danone
Keith Meister, who oversees the investment group, acquired the shares because he believes the company is significantly undervalued, Bloomberg said.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 15, 2017 -
Aldi to offer online shopping in 3 US cities
The discount retailer partnered with Instacart for this pilot, which will roll out in Los Angeles, Atlanta and Dallas later this month.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 14, 2017 -
Analyst: Sprouts more likely to purchase Fresh Thyme than be bought out
A partnership between the two grocers, which share similar business models and store formats but operate in distinct regions, could be better positioned to compete with Whole Foods.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 14, 2017 -
Constellation Brands expands reach into craft brews with Funky Buddha buy
The acquisition, which boosts Constellation's presence in the high-end beer segment, follows its takeover of Ballast Point for nearly $1 billion in 2015.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 14, 2017 -
Hampton Creek discussing partnerships with global meat companies
These potential licensing agreements with well-known entities would help the San Francisco-based startup increase "clean meat" production and keep costs down.
By Megan Poinski • Aug. 14, 2017 -
Giant launches 'No Antibiotics Ever' pork with private label
The product coincides with trends taking place throughout the food industry, including growing demand for cleaner labels and a push away from national brands.
By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 11, 2017 -
Retrieved from Target on June 21, 2017
Analytics company AppCard acquires loyalty program ProLogic
The tech partnership is set to make independent grocers more data-driven and analytically focused, which could level the playing field with bigger, deep-pocketed competitors.
By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 11, 2017 -
Harris Teeter launching new program to highlight local products
The grocery chain, a unit of Kroger, will spotlight products already on store shelves that consumers might not know are produced or raised nearby.
By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 11, 2017 -
Hucker gets nod as Southeastern Grocers president and CEO
Despite a transformation plan already in motion, the new executive faces a challenge of reviving a company that's been losing sales and market share.
By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 11, 2017 -
Does a swell of independent grocery openings in DC hint at a new trend?
At least six locations have opened in the Washington, D.C., area since 2015, and additional openings are expected in the future.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Ahold Delhaize profits surge 68% with merger savings
The Netherlands-based retail giant reported net income of €355 million ($416.04 million) for the quarter and net synergies of €117 million ($137.12 million) for the first half of 2017.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 10, 2017
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