Walmart Wins on Grocery Sales but Not Customer Satisfaction
In a new survey of America's grocery stores, Walmart has emerged as the nation's leading grocery retailer, though not all the findings are positive for the retail giant. The study by Market Force Information, which surveyed more than 4,300 U.S. consumers, shows that Walmart's huge network of 4,606 retail locations helps secure its position ahead of competitors Kroger, ALDI, Costco, and Publix.
Retailers Sabotaging Sales with Poor Customer Experience
As the holiday shopping season reaches its peak, retailers are doing everything they can to attract customers and boost sales. But in their zeal to cut costs and deter theft, many merchants are actually making it harder for shoppers to buy their products, according to a recent article by Retail Dive.
Amazon Fresh Expands Footprint to 60 Stores
Amazon Fresh, the online retail giant's grocery chain, has hit the 60-store mark after recently opening 10 new stores across the country, the company confirmed. The newly opened locations range from 31,000 to 59,000 square feet and include three stores in California, two in New York, and one each in Maryland, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Online Grocery Sales Jump 28%, Hit $10.5 Billion in Single Month
Online grocery sales are booming like never before. Americans spent $10.5 billion on online groceries in October, a 28% increase over last year, according to a new Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopper Survey. It marked the second straight month that year-over-year gains topped 20%.
Instacart Brings AI Shopping Carts to Local Grocers Across 8 States
Your neighborhood grocery store is getting a high-tech upgrade. Several local and independent grocers across eight states are introducing artificial intelligence-equipped Caper Carts to make shopping smarter, faster and more personalized. Bowman's Market, Maurer's Market IGA, Neiman's Family Market, Queen's Price Chopper and Soelbergs Market are among the grocers rolling out the smart carts from Instacart.
The Fresh Market Expands with New Stores in Chicago and Maryland
The Fresh Market, the North Carolina-based specialty grocery chain, has strengthened its presence with two new locations – one in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood and another in Crofton, Maryland. The new stores, numbers 162 and 163 in The Fresh Market's portfolio, are open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Aldi, Walmart, Amazon, and Target Offer Thanksgiving Deals Under $5 Per Person
Major US retailers are serving up deals on Thanksgiving meals to help families celebrate without breaking the bank. With prices on holiday staples slashed, shoppers can enjoy a traditional feast for less than $5 per person at some stores.
Target's Holiday Plan Includes Festive Stores, Interactive Pop-Ups, and Berry the Bear
This holiday season, Target is inviting customers to step into a magical world of peppermint swirls and fantastical forest creatures. The retailer is transforming its stores into immersive holiday experiences, complete with special gift shops, photo ops, and a giant huggable polar bear named Berry.
7-Eleven to Open 500 New Stores Focused on Fresh Food
7-Eleven is going big on food and "frictionless shopping." The convenience store giant plans to open 500 new "food-forward" locations across the U.S. from 2025 to 2027. The expansion builds on 7-Eleven's "Evolution" store concept, first launched in Dallas in 2019. These larger-format stores feature in-store restaurants, premium products like craft beer and cigars, and an emphasis on fresh, grab-and-go meals.
Ulta Beauty Aims for 1,800+ Stores, 50 Million Loyalty Members by 2028
Ulta Beauty unveils ambitious growth plans as it targets new beauty shoppers. The company plans to open 200 new stores over the next three years as part of its strategy to drive profitable growth and gain market share. The nation's largest beauty retailer recently held its 2024 Investor Day event, where it shared its vision for "2026 and beyond".