Strategies & Solutions

Increased Traffic Boosts Same-Store Sales at Dollar Tree in Q1
An increased number of shoppers visited Dollar Tree and Family Dollar locations in the first quarter as the retailer opened more than 100 new stores to begin the fiscal year.
KeHE Distributors Plans Acquisition of DPI Speciality Foods
The planned acquisition of the distributor would expand KeHE's customer base and fresh food offerings.

Consumers Globally Concerned About Rising Prices, Becoming Less Brand-Focused

The latest Future Consumer Index from EY details the concerns of consumers in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa and how they are adapting to rising costs.
Numerator: SNAP Shoppers Curb Refrigerated Items, Seafood, Meat Purchases As Benefit Boosts Expire

Numerator's SNAP Trip Tracker details how SNAP recipients have changed their shopping habits in the past several weeks following the expiration of Emergency Allotment benefits.
The Fresh Market Opens 160th Store, Fifth in Indiana

The retailer's newest location in Indiana brings private label, prepared food offerings to the city of Carmel.
Meijer Recalls Private Brand Dark Chocolate Almonds

Working with its supplier, Lamontagne Chocolate Corp., the products in question may contain undeclared milk, posting a health risk to those with milk allergies.
Dollar General Names VP For Emerging Markets

In his new role, the retail veteran will have oversight of several initiatives including DG Well Being and real estate.
Private Brand Snack Suppliers Focused on Innovation

Exhibitors at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago said unique offerings vital to meeting current-day needs of retailers.
Kroger Touts Private Label Products for Memorial Day Deals

The retailer is promoting items from its private label portfolio by locking-in low per-person meal prices ahead of the holiday weekend.
Williams-Sonoma's Revenue Decreases in Q1

Despite the 7.17% year-over-year net revenue decrease, the retailer is reaffirming its 2023 outlook.