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FTC lashes out at Kroger, Walmart in new report

The report says the grocers used pandemic-era disruptions to increase profit
 
Supermarket News Daily

MARCH 25, 2024

Kroger, Walmart, others used pandemic-era disruptions to increase profits, FTC claims in report

National Grocers Association applauds report, claiming “power buyers” abused their economic power in the market.

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Walmart CEO says demand for convenience trumps price

“Most customers are saying 2024 will be better than 2023,” despite stubborn inflation, Furner says.

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Tennessee considers proposal to cut statewide grocery tax

Proposal follows Oklahoma’s decision to eliminate its tax this year.

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Albertsons now accepts Mark Cuban pharmacy card

Retailer joins Kroger, Meijer, others in the benefit network co-founded by celebrity investor.

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New urban convenience store opens in Milwaukee’s Brewery District

Go Grocer's 2nd Wisconsin store now open; eyes Florida next.

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Weis Markets promotes Nick Cicco to VP of pharmacy

Previously, he held the position of senior director of pharmacy operations.

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5 things: Here comes designer produce

Here’s 5 things you may have missed in grocery.

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And we find ourselves at Monday yet again. A $12 package of strawberries? But not just any strawberries. The berries represent a trend that has been steadily building for years now in U.S. produce departments: fruits and veggies that pack a flavor punch and which frequently come at a higher price.

Are you carrying these types of produce within your store / stores? Are they selling well?

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