Super Market Email Newsletter: Kroger, Albertsons strike back at FTC (March 15, 2024)


	MARCH 15, 2024


	Kroger, Albertsons file pointed responses to FTC

Retailers allege “willful ignorance of basic facts” in FTC’s “flimsy case.”

Walgreens reaches settlement over accusations of price gouging infant formula

The pharmacy chain has agreed to pay a $50,000 penalty.

What you think about: loyalty and out of stocks

We asked about a recent trend in retail: Here are your thoughts.

Sobeys battles to capture cautious Canadian consumers

Retailer says new pricing effort showing signs of traction in first month.

Chicago Target store on the verge of opening

The location will be 44,000 square feet offer drive-up and order pickup service.

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PCC Community Markets hires former Whole Foods exec David Spear

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Save A Lot names Bill Mayo new chief development officer

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	Dollar General stays on track for success

CEO Todd Vasos says “Back to Basics” strategy is working.


	The results are in...

A recent report from Kroger’s data arm found that nearly a quarter of shoppers will take their business elsewhere when faced with out of stocks.

So we asked:
Does having a solid loyalty program help to keep shoppers on board, even when faced with out of stocks?

And you answered:

Nope, it’s not that simple (59%)
Yes, loyalty matters big (40%)
Other, tell us in the comments (1%)

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Have another thought? Weigh in on our LinkedIn poll here or email the SN team at [email protected], and make sure to include your first and last name and job title.

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