Corporate Operations: Page 222


  • Despite an overall sales bump, Post's RTE cereals get soggy

    Net sales for the division dealing with the traditional breakfast staple were helped by indulgent products like Oreo O's and Honey Maid S'Mores, but still fell 1.7% to $427.3 million. 

    By Aug. 4, 2017
  • Tyson overhauls corporate structure around three key segments

    In a move intended to make the company more agile and responsive to change, the realignment gives group heads end-to-end responsibility and sets up distinct areas for potential spin-offs.

    By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 4, 2017
  • Trendline

    How AI is transforming the food and beverage industry

    Companies are leaning on the technology across nearly all parts of their operations, from marketing to product design.

    By Food Dive staff
  • Japan's Sapporo expands US presence with Anchor Brewing purchase

    The acquisition of the craft brewer could indicate the market for the specialty beer has reached a saturation point and players need deep-pocketed partners to remain competitive.

    By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 4, 2017
  • Opinion

    How the Whole Foods and Amazon deal could affect brands

    The companies whose cold brews and energy bars populate the retailer's shelves could be the ones to experience the most significant upheaval. Melissa Sonntag of Repsly offers some pros and cons to the mega-deal, plus advice to CPG companies hoping to remain afloat.

    By Melissa Sonntag • Aug. 4, 2017
  • Natural Grocers earnings come in well below estimates

    The Colorado-based retailer reported earnings per share of 3 cents, well below the 12 cents estimated by Wall Street. 

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 4, 2017
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    B&G Foods curtails profit outlook as industry struggles hit company

    The manufacturer of Cream of Wheat, Ortega and Pirate's Booty said net income fell 27.1% during the second quarter despite a 20% jump in sales.

    By Aug. 4, 2017
  • Kraft Heinz soars on cost savings, but sees sales slump

    The company's U.S. operations were impacted by a loss of distribution, higher commodity prices in cheese and meats and lower foodservice shipments.

    By Aug. 4, 2017
  • Kellogg's profits helped by cost-cutting as core business struggles

    The maker of Froot Loops, Eggo and Kashi said fewer products were purchased in the United States due to weaker performance in retail stores.

    By Aug. 3, 2017
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    TreeHouse to close 2 plants and lay off workers as part of cost-cutting program

    The nation's largest private-label manufacturer also posted a 1.2% drop in sales during Q2 as the company's CEO said the firm faced "adverse market conditions."

    By Aug. 3, 2017
  • Cardenas sees dramatic growth in its future

    The newly formed company hopes to become the largest Hispanic grocer and retailer in America, according to CEO John Gomez.

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 3, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    Controversial soda taxes foster divide among beverage industry and city officials

    Philadelphia and San Francisco are among the cities targeting the popular beverage, infuriating makers of the drink who say they are being unfairly targeted.

    By Keith Loria • Aug. 3, 2017
  • Aldi aligns with Nielsen to gain more shopper and advertising data

    The multi-year partnership underscores the importance of business intelligence, consumer insights and analytics in today’s competitive retail climate.

    By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 3, 2017
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    Weis Markets reports comp-store sales and earnings increase

    The regional retailer saw its net income rise 21% during the second quarter through cost cutting, promotions and strong business in its pharmacy and deli foodservice departments.

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 3, 2017
  • Pilgrim's Pride earnings take flight in the 2nd quarter

    Profit at the poultry producer surged 53% to $233.6 million while sales rose 11% to $2.25 billion from the year-ago period. 

    By Aug. 3, 2017
  • Sprouts raises guidance as retailer avoids pitfalls ailing competitors

    The natural and organic grocer posted net sales of $1.2 billion and a comp-store increase of 1.4% for the second quarter — figures that topped Wall Street expectations.

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 3, 2017
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    As TerraVia files for bankruptcy, Corbion bids $20M for takeover

    The algae ingredients company may be moving too far beyond consumer trends, contributing to its problems.

    By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 2, 2017
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    As consumers abandon soda, SodaStream sees revenue grow

    The countertop sparkling beverage machine maker saw an earnings increase of 9.6% and a net income jump of 84% compared to a year ago.

    By Aug. 2, 2017
  • Southeastern Grocers replaces more Winn-Dixie stores with Harveys

    Seven newly reformatted discount stores opened in Florida this week, which may spell trouble for the grocer.

    By Erika Kincaid • Aug. 2, 2017
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    Mondelez beats Q2 earnings expectations, but revenue slips

    The CPG giant reported revenue of $5.99 million, despite a June malware attack that shrunk organic revenue by 2%.

    By Aug. 2, 2017
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    Deep Dive

    A new 'added value': How yogurt leader Dannon won its Non-GMO Project label

    After more than a year of working to secure ingredients, the manufacturer is starting to ship verified Danimals and other products to stores nationwide.

    By Aug. 2, 2017
  • Publix's profit surges but industry challenges weigh on its slumping stock price

    The privately held firm posted earnings of $495 million and total sales of $8.4 billion in what the grocer's CEO called "a tough quarter for supermarket companies."

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 2, 2017
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    Can super-sustainable farm fresh foods survive the Amazon-Whole Foods deal?

    Efficiencies and price reductions following the merger could threaten the relationships some specialty producers have with the grocer.

    By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 2, 2017
  • Molson Coors earnings lag as craft breweries hurt sales

    The world's third-largest beer maker said U.S. domestic sales-to-retailers volume dropped 1.9% from a year ago, driven by lower production in the premium light and below-premium categories.

    By Aug. 2, 2017
  • Mondelez CEO Irene Rosenfeld to step down and be replaced by company outsider

    The longtime CEO will leave the position in November when she will be replaced by Dirk Van de Put, president and CEO of Canada-based McCain Foods.

    By Aug. 2, 2017
  • Walmart makes changes to its food leadership team

    The retailer is shuffling employees within its produce, bakery and deli departments to better equip it for growth in the months and years ahead, according to a company memo obtained by Reuters.

    By Jeff Wells • Aug. 1, 2017