Strategies & Solutions

Loblaw Companies posts strong Q3 results, unveil new private label items for holidays
Loblaw Companies Limited, a Canadian supermarket parent company, shared strong financial results for the most recent quarter while announcing new holiday additions to its President's Choice private brand.
Lush takes bold step against social media
In an effort to raise awareness for the negative effects of social media, Lush is deactivating its accounts on four major platforms.

Sedano's Supermarket releases first issue of store magazine

Two Florida-based companies, Sedano's Supermarket and Havas House, have launched the retailer's new store magazine featuring recipes using own brand ingredients.
Tesco launches eco-friendly private brand line

U.K. retailer has launched a new 'green' product line that aims to reduce the use of its own brand plastic cleaning solution bottles.
How retailers can help ease holiday shopper hesitancy leveraging private brands

Julie Companey of Vericast says retailers have an opportunity to boost private brands with marketing tactics and get out in front for the holidays.
Study shows inflation impacts grocery more than other categories

A new study from data group Numerator has tracked inflation over five categories, with the grocery sector being hit the hardest compared to last year.
Post private label up in Q4

Post Holdings' private label ready-to-eat cereal business and its 8th Avenue private brand subsidiary saw solid sales increases for the quarter.
CVS promotes own brands and exclusives as holiday gifts, stocking stuffers

CVS is gearing up for the holidays by offering affordable items from its own brand and exclusive collections in addition to discounts on select items.
Own brand sales lead to strong Q3 for BJ's

BJ's Wholesale Club reported increased sales across the board in Q3 of 2021 due to strong own brand sales and record membership renewal rates.
SEG seeks local suppliers

Grocer has a submission process open through Dec. 6, asking suppliers within its five-state region to submit for a chance to present virtually in 2022, including whether the companies produce for private label.