Super Market Email Newsletter: Has Big Lots hit rock bottom? (June 7, 2024)


	JUNE 7, 2024


	Big Lots posts 10.2% sales decline in Q1

Company seeks to restore momentum with focus on “extreme bargains.”

Walmart adds new benefits for workers

Hourly associates will now be eligible for bonuses, in addition to more access to education.


	Shape the Future of Our Industry Advocate for fresh on Capitol Hill in the largest grassroots effort in fresh produce. Together, we can secure better labor policies, boost consumer demand, and shape the largest federal investment in food and agriculture.

Sam’s Club leans into members to create the perfect grill

New program empowers shoppers through feedback.

Raley’s warehouse workers approve new union deal

Pension, wages, and healthcare benefits are all addressed.

ShopRite offers new kiosk that recycles flexible-film plastic packaging

The kiosk allows recycling of pet food, snacks, garden products, and more.

SN Products to Watch: Kettle Chips’ Gochujang Sweet & Spicy Potato Chips

The chips with a little bite.

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H-E-B chairman donates $20M of his own money to Texas food banks

The gift directly supports members of the Feeding Texas network, serving every county in the state.

Smart & Final partners with Chef Roy Choi on new rebranding campaign

The campaign is being launched in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

The Retail Daily podcast

Buc-ee’s gets ready to open its biggest store ever, Sam’s Club creates a new focus group that its members can opt into, and more.

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A tale of two Austin grocers

Will Wheatsville Food Co-op survive by going small?


	VIDEO: Former IDDBA CEO talks trends before the upcoming show

Former IDDBA President and CEO Michael Eardley spoke with SN about what’s trending in dairy, deli, and bakery.

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	The results are in...

Private label has started dominating traditional CPG. Last year, own brands claimed 22 cents out of every dollar spent in grocery stores—the largest share ever for private label products.

So we asked:

Are consumers going to get private label fatigue anytime soon?

And you answered:

No, it’s here to say (64%)
Not until inflation cools (34%)
Other, tell us in the comments (2%)

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Have another thought? Weigh in on our LinkedIn poll here, or email the SN team at contactus@supermarketnews.com , and make sure to include your first and last name and job title. Have a great weekend.

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