Corporate Operations: Page 227
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Meijer thinks small with a new urban concept store
The 30,000-square-foot Bridge Street Market will begin construction in downtown Grand Rapids this summer and open in fall 2018.
By Jeff Wells • June 5, 2017 -
Meijer's charitable outreach goes digital with new campaign
The Midwestern retailer identified sponsored products in its Produce For Kids initiative through its online shopping and digital coupon platforms.
By Keith Loria • June 5, 2017 -
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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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Is Walmart's new delivery initiative a bad deal for workers?
Labor experts warn the system, which pays employees to deliver products on their way home from work, could be ripe for abuse.
By Jeff Wells • June 5, 2017 -
Judge resurrects lawsuit accusing Whole Foods of overcharging NYC customers
The decision to overturn a lower-court ruling could open the natural foods grocer up to a potential class-action lawsuit.
By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2017 -
Walmart testing 24-hour automated pickup kiosk for groceries
Located adjacent to a store in Oklahoma City, the kiosk can hold up to 30,000 products, including refrigerated and frozen items.
By Jeff Wells • June 5, 2017 -
Study: VC funding goes to plant-based proteins and enhanced drinks
Marketing firm CB Insights found the top 15 venture capital-funded startups together raised almost $1.5 billion.
By Megan Poinski • June 5, 2017 -
Oreo sweetens innovation with limited-edition Jelly Donut variety
The new flavor, available exclusively at Walmart, is the latest example of Mondelez's efforts to engage loyal consumers and lure new ones to its cookie.
By Keith Loria • June 5, 2017 -
Report: Pinnacle and Conagra end merger discussions
CNBC reported the two companies were unable to agree on a price, with Pinnacle wanting more than what Conagra was willing to pay.
By Jeff Wells , Christopher Doering • June 2, 2017 -
Wal-Mart store workers now delivering packages
The brick-and-mortar giant is leveraging stores and making the task voluntary for workers to make more money.
By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2017 -
Wal-Mart's blockchain traceability project shows promise for food safety
The new system reveals a product’s journey to the shelf in a matter of seconds rather than days.
By Jeff Wells • June 2, 2017 -
Hershey leverages AI to make the perfect Twizzler
The promise of artificial intelligence and machine learning is starting to bear fruit in a number of industries.
By Keith Loria • June 2, 2017 -
Kroger initiates sweeping price cuts in key Ohio division
The reduction in prices for produce as well as national and private-label store brands are a response to intensifying competition.
By Jeff Wells • June 2, 2017 -
Report: Philadelphia soda tax not bringing in as much money as expected
The figures put the city $20 million behind its goal of raising $46 million in fees during fiscal 2017 with two months to go.
By Keith Loria • June 2, 2017 -
Albertsons expands reach into pharmacy services with latest deal
The grocery giant's purchase of MedCart Specialty Pharmacy for an undisclosed amount is the latest move by supermarkets into the healthcare space.
By Keith Loria • June 2, 2017 -
Meal-kit startup Blue Apron files for IPO
The company said it faces a number of risks, such as changes in consumer tastes, and warned it may never make a profit.
By Christopher Doering • June 2, 2017 -
Craft soda sales buck downward slide in carbonated beverage category
Craft soda sales, which reached $541 million in 2016, have attracted the attention of small bottlers as well as big giants like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo.
By Keith Loria • June 2, 2017 -
Retrieved from PepsiCo on September 27, 2016
Research backs probiotics for better digestion of plant proteins
Ganeden's probiotic strain GanedenBC30 was originally developed for immune and digestive support, but research suggests it may have additional uses.
By Caroline Macdonald • June 1, 2017 -
Wal-Mart finds Texas consumers love online grocery shopping
The retailer, which began offering curbside pickup in late 2015, averages between 500 and 600 weekly orders at its Dallas-Fort Worth stores.
By Jeff Wells • June 1, 2017 -
Dollar General sales jump 6.5%, bets on store expansion to buoy trends
The dollar store is working with thin margins amid stiff competition, but still has room to grow stores.
By Daphne Howland • June 1, 2017 -
Aldi's award-winning $8 rosé showcases private-label success
An inexpensive bottle of wine has been named one of the world's best.
By Keith Loria • June 1, 2017 -
Will consumers raise a glass to an alcoholic health beverage?
Described as the world's first nutritious alcoholic beverage, the COCO Cocktail from Healthy Beverages adds vitamins and minerals to the drink.
By Keith Loria • June 1, 2017 -
Retailers have bevy of options to attract plant-based shoppers
Chop-while-you-shop vegetable butchers, pre-cut vegetables and cooking classes are a few strategies grocers can use to attract new consumers.
By Keith Loria • June 1, 2017 -
Chef'd exec says his company is in better shape than many of its rivals
Kyle Ransford, CEO of the meal kit startup, said the company's customer acquisition costs are much lower than its competitors.
By Keith Loria • June 1, 2017 -
Report: Conagra approaches Pinnacle Foods for a possible takeover
The combined companies would generate significant savings in a growth-challenged packaged foods market.
By Jeff Wells • June 1, 2017 -
German firm creates a realistic texturizer for meat alternatives
The company has created a system with a mixture of fibers and hydrocolloids that combine with other ingredients to produce a firm, meat-like texture.
By Keith Loria • June 1, 2017
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