Acrimony persists in aftermath of failed merger.

The discounted deal is valued at approximately $1 billion and former president and COO Duncan MacNaughton will lead the company.

The deal represents the culmination of negotiations begun in December.

Charles Krasne of Krasdale Foods and Carol Rabb Goldberg of Stop & Shop were pioneers in the industry at their respective companies.

Kroger named Ronald Sargent as its interim CEO to replace McMullen in the aftermath of an internal investigation let to his resignation.

  No, it’s not a Russian conspiracy theory - although that might be more credible than to believe that the two protagonists in the biggest failed merger deal in the history of the grocery business have left or will leave their CEO posts in the less than 90 days. And,…

Three months ago, after Kroger’s attempt to acquire Albertsons failed, you might have guessed that the company’s bad judgment or bad luck would have cost CEO Rodney McMullen his job. After all, with nearly a billion dollars wasted and the morale of its associates impacted by the long, slow grind…

Parent company to Giant Food, The Giant Company, Food Lion and Hannaford said that its focus will continue to remain on omnichannel and health through its "'Growing Together' strategy.

At first blush, it might seem like the motivation behind the recently announced acquisition by Southeastern Grocers (SEG) of approximately 170 Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarkets (and more than 150 liquor stores) was created for the survival of its chief executive Anthony Hucker as well as its primary supplier partner for…

The Food Industry Association has announced the recent promotions of Ashley Eisenbeiser, Peter Collins and Deborah Stewart to elevated roles within food safety, membership and meeting services, respectively, furthering FMI’s commitment to serving the industry at the highest standards. FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin said, “Our members appreciate…

Hucker will add chairman duties to his current roles of president and CEO of SEG, which Aldi had purchased in 2024 from private equity firms Osterweis Capital Management, Millstreet Capital Management LLC and Lone Star Funds.

Evolving industry impacted by economic uncertainty, sustainability, convenience

The executive helped guide C&S for more than 30 years and had recently come out of retirement to guide the wholesaler.

Sure, the economic crisis with Mexico and Canada was averted - at least for 30 days - but the threat of hefty tariffs on our neighboring counties remains. And what’s the trade off? If you believe that improving security at our borders will make enough of a difference to largely…

The WFM CEO will also head Amazon Fresh.

Musical chairs at specialty retailers as top executives take new positions.

Under sworn testimony during a federal trial in Portland, OR in September, Albertsons CEO Vivek Sankaran said he would have to consider job cuts, closures and abandoning some markets if his company’s merger with Kroger failed. You know where this story is headed, with “round 1” (layoffs) recently announced by…

Brown's Super Store acquires Ammons Supermarkets and Glass Gardens Inc. buys two stores from Neil Greenstein.

Formerly SVP-merchandising & marketing, executive will add ops duties to his portfolio.

As we do each year, Food World and Food Trade News asked a few area retailers their thoughts about what to expect for the industry in the coming year.

A new year brings yet another corporate restructuring at UNFI. Earlier this month, the Providence-based distributor and retailer announced several steps it is taking to advance the company’s multi-year strategy focused on creating more customized value for its customers and suppliers and driving profitable growth. In support of that strategy,…

NFRA opens its Penguin Pitch contest with the winning entrants getting a complimentary tasting table at the Café NFRA during its 2025 convention, which will be held October 18-21 in Orlando.

The Giant Company has named Will Regan chief financial officer. In his new role, Regan will have responsibility for all finance functions as well as real estate, reporting directly to The Giant Company’s president, John Ruane “With nearly two decades of experience, Will is a proven leader with a track…

Company veteran joined the retailer in 1989.

The aftermath of the legal decisions on the Kroger-Albertsons deal isn't pretty.

Congrats to Farrell McKenna on his promotion at STCR and news from RDD with the launch of their "RDD Essentials."

O’Hare will steer the company's overarching direction, spearhead strategic initiatives, and foster growth.

Despite robust reports of online sales during the five-day Thanksgiving holiday period (beginning on Thanksgiving Day on 11/28 and ending on “Cyber Monday” on 12/2), an informal poll of most of the 10 chain and independent supermarket merchants in the Mid-Atlantic revealed that their brick-and-mortar sales were generally flat. “Sales…

NGA's 2025 Student Case Study Competition subject will be “A Path To Sustainable Success.” And, a look at dunnhumby's recent study on health-focused shoppers.

Moderating inflation, lower inside margins hamper growth among all wholesalers in the region.

A successor to the 35-year industry veteran will be announced before year-end.

New facility named in honor of Michael W. Rice, grandson of the company's founders Bill and Salie Utz.

Company co-founder Jeff Metzger will become executive publisher.

At its annual shareholders meeting, leadership reported on the 2024 fiscal year and how Wakefern and its family-owned supermarkets marked their 79th year in business.

Grocer operated one of the most successful independent retail supermarkets in the Mid-Atlantic.

Ryan Redner and Gary Redner remain CEO and COO respectively for the company.

Having just completed his first full fiscal year as president of Wakefern, it’s time to issue the initial report card for Mike Stigers. Measurably, the largest wholesale grocery cooperative in the country had a very strong year with its member-owned supermarkets and corporately controlled stores achieving record sales - $20.1…

At PFMA, John Zimmerman is now director of communications and media relations.

Family-owned business, which began in 1916 as a butcher shop/grocery store, has now found success with sous vide products.

Second-generation grocer serves as chairman of family-owned Karns Markets' board.