Corporate Operations: Page 245
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Do consumers want a mug cake mix? Pinnacle will find out
The food company plans to introduce a new Duncan Hines “Perfect size for one” baking mix later this year.
By Keith Loria • March 3, 2017 -
AB InBev earnings hit by shaky beer sales in Brazil, North America
The beer maker, which is still digesting its mega-takeover of SABMiller, said top executives will not receive bonuses as the company continues to struggle.
By Christopher Doering • March 2, 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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Kroger ends 52-quarter streak of same-store sales growth
The Ohio-based grocery retailer beat expectations, but deflation of food prices is depressing profit margins.
By Megan Poinski • March 2, 2017 -
Wayne Farms' bird is undercooked: 6 tons of RTE chicken recalled
The poultry producer issued a recall for 5-pound bags of its Waffle Breaded Bites chicken products after consumer complaints.
By Keith Loria • March 2, 2017 -
Can Hershey use M&A to become an 'innovative snacking powerhouse'?
New CEO Michele Buck told investors she wants the confectionery company to embrace snacking as an opportunity for growth.
By Keith Loria • March 2, 2017 -
Is 3-D printed food the future of the grocerant?
BeeHex raised $1 million to build 3-D printers that can easily customize pizza — and add a touch of premium personalization to a store's prepared food offerings.
By Keith Loria • March 2, 2017 -
Hy-Vee opens urban specialty store in downtown Des Moines
Fourth + Court hopes to draw millennials and the local business crowd with Italian street food, a beer bar, old-fashioned soda fountain and more unique amenities.
By Jeff Wells • March 2, 2017 -
How manufacturers are encouraging impulse buys online
Mars, Mondelez and General Mills are just a few companies with some digital tricks up their sleeves.
By Jeff Wells • March 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Retail detour: How brands large and small are going beyond retail shelves to sell to consumers
From Mondelez to New York’s Fulton Fish Market, suppliers of all sorts are targeting consumers where they live.
By Jeff Wells • March 1, 2017 -
Hershey to slash 15% of global workforce
The cuts come as the candy manufacturing giant has struggled to grow sales and expand internationally.
By Megan Poinski • March 1, 2017 -
How Safeway kept a community market's spirit alive with a new store concept
Safeway Community Markets will feature many of the local and specialty products that were associated with beloved Bay Area grocer Andronico's Community Market.
By Jeff Wells • March 1, 2017 -
Will Unilever split?
If the massive manufacturer that spurned Kraft Heinz were to divide, its personal care brands could be leveraged as a higher value stock, while food brands could be an opportunity for growth.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 28, 2017 -
How population growth impacts grocery success
Retail area growth in Denver and Austin, TX is outpacing the increase of people, potentially posing problems for local food stores.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 28, 2017 -
As CPG distribution shifts, PepsiCo reaffirms its preference for DSD
The beverage giant values this model because it helps to solidify the customer relationship and get better execution at the store level.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Opinion
Litigation against food companies is increasing, but who benefits?
The grocery store aisles are where most Americans shop for food — and, explains U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform President Lisa A. Rickard, where some lawyers troll for lucrative class action lawsuits.
By Lisa A. Rickard • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Back to the future: Zima, a '90s favorite, is returning
The alcoholic beverage is expected back on U.S. store shelves this year after being pulled in 2008.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Are chainwide store remodels worth the time and expense?
Food Lion will soon begin its latest round of store updates in its Greensboro, NC, market as part of its “Easy, Fresh and Affordable” initiative.
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 28, 2017 -
Why Bonduelle bought Ready Pac
The purchase is expected to help the French company expand its global reach in the fresh food space.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Can Coke move beyond its namesake soda brand?
As sugary drinks are under attack, the beverage giant is hoping to use its acquisitions to drive further growth.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
How Whole Foods leverages data analysis
The natural foods retailer's partnership with Dunhumby will help bolster the company's loyalty program and optimize targeted promotions.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Changes heat up Nestle's frozen food sales
The manufacturer used social media, introduced new recipes and moved toward cleaner labels to invigorate its sales.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Is Lidl's employee culture the biggest threat to other grocery stores?
While store design, prices and layout are all important, so are the ways employees are treated.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 27, 2017 -
How Sprouts grows profit through private labels
The grocer reported that 10% of its sales come from private label products, and growth in this category will be a main focus for 2017.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 27, 2017 -
Reinventing the variety store: Hy-Vee will add beauty, fitness and clothing departments
Will shoppers want to pick up milk, spend a half-hour on the treadmill and buy a new pair of jeans all at the same place?
By Doug Harris • Feb. 24, 2017 -
Wal-Mart takes aim at Kroger with price cuts
The rollbacks from the grocery giant could pressure other retailers to respond, squeezing profits.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 24, 2017
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