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From the editors of Supermarket News and CSP Daily News comes Retail Daily, a podcast that serves up a quick daily download of the top industry stories from supermarkets and c-stores. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to tune in for the must-know retail news of the day. Read stories featured in the episodes on our websites: https://www.supermarketnews.com/ and https://www.cspdailynews.com/

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    Canada's largest solar rooftop, Honey Farms Market, and a new NACS CEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 6:07


    The largest solar rooftop in Canada is coming next year. A “newly reimagined” Honey Farms Market convenience store opens in Massachusetts. And a new president and CEO is coming soon for the National Association of Convenience Stores.

    Wawa machine learning, Whole Foods biodiversity, Albertsons on Kroger's ex-CEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 5:10


    Wawa's new partnership introduces machine learning-based forecasting. A national biodiversity initiative involving Whole Foods Market. And Albertsons Cos. is calling on Kroger to release details on its ousting of its former CEO.

    Connecticut cannabis licenses, Stater Bros. strike, Gopuff/Disney

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 5:22


    Connecticut is suing a company for allegedly selling fake cannabis licenses. Stater Bros. workers are threatening to strike. And Gopuff is teaming up with Disney to bring the concession stand right to your TV.

    Back-to-school sales, Albertsons Media Collective, QuickTrip expands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 5:09


    The summer sales are over and the back-to-school sales are kicking off. Albertsons Media Collective gets a new leader. And QuickTrip expands its Colorado footprint.

    Sheetz, Walmart AI, and a Liquid Death energy drink

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 5:27


    More moves for Sheetz in Michigan. Walmart is rolling out a new framework for its artificial intelligence tools. And Liquid Death is launching an energy drink called Sparkling Energy

    Kroger general council, Loblaw's tariff warnings are working, and Market Basket drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 5:16


    Kroger names a new secretary and general counsel. Loblaw's efforts to get shoppers to buy Canadian appear to be working. And the drama continues at Market Basket with two executives ousted.

    UNFI president steps down, America's Best Retails 2025, 7-Eleven Labubu lawsuit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 5:04


    UNFI's president and CEO of Retail steps down. Newsweek releases its America's Best Retailers 2025 list. And Pop Mart sues 7-Eleven over dupes of its Labubu dolls. 

    Trader Joe's new stores, Refuel CFO, shopping pattern shift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 3:57


    Trader Joe's announces plans for 30 new stores. Refuel names a new CFO. And grocery stores begin to see a shift in shopping patterns.

    Grocery inflation, Pilot Co. president, Wawa EV charging

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 4:35


    Grocery price inflation rose for the second consecutive month. Pilot Co. names a new president of retail. And Wawa adds electric vehicle charging stations.

    Seven & I/Alimentation Couche-Tard, Dollar General CFO, Hop Shop loyalty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 4:17


    The Seven & I, Alimentation Couche-Tard deal falls apart, Dollar General Executive Vice President and CFO Kelly Dilts steps down, and Hop Shop Convenience Stores revamps its loyalty program.

    Texas Kroger, Raceway loyalty program, Minneapolis vape price

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 6:58


    Kroger consolidates its Texas divisions, RaceWay launches a new loyalty program, and the Minneapolis City Council sets a minimum price for vapes at $25.

    Grocery delivery compensation, Yesway, retailers financial pressure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 4:43


    Grocery delivery workers in New York City may soon receive higher compensation. Yesway builds four new Allsup's convenience stores. And retailers are feeling the financial pressure of running a business more than ever.

    Bread contamination, Wawa in Indianapolis, Love's Travel Stops order-ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 4:23


    About 900 loaves of bread are being pulled from Kroger and Walmart stores. Wawa opens its first Indianapolis location. And Love's Travel Stops is adding order ahead service to its Carl's Jr. restaurants.

    Amazon Prime Day, SNAP, Maine tobacco tax

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 4:21


    Amazon's grocery sales are up during this year's Prime Day sale. The USDA blocks undocumented immigrants from SNAP benefits. And Maine increases taxes on tobacco.

    Kroger contracts, Costco sales, 7-Eleven ad campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 5:14


    Kroger continues contract negotiations. Costco sales are up. And 7-Eleven rolls out a new ad campaign.

    Kroger and Albertsons, EG Group, Demoulas Market Basket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 5:18


    Kroger and Albertsons workers in Southern California vote on new contracts. EG Group names a new CFO. And the drama continues at Demoulas Market Basket.

    Amazon Prime Day, Giant Eagle, The Hershey Co.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 3:30


    Amazon asks white collar staff to pack groceries for Prime Day. Giant Eagle sells its motor fuel distribution business to Cary Oil. And The Hershey Co. gets a new president and CEO. 

    Family Dollar, Giant Eagle, Gelson's Markets AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 4:21


    Family Dollar goes solo. Giant Eagle plans for some upgrades. And Gelson's Markets goes all in on artificial intelligence.

    UFCW labor agreement, grab-and-go foods, NYC bodega owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 3:41


    Seven United Food and Commercial Workers local organizations in Southern California have reached a tentative labor agreement. EG America is introducing new grab-and-go food options. And New York City bodega owners oppose city-run grocery stores. 

    Uber Eats, Casey's General Stores, food retailer stocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 5:39


    Uber Eats is expanding its list of partners. Casey's General Stores is raising its profile in Des Moines. And the stocks of most publicly traded food retailers and wholesalers were up in double digits in the first half of 2025.

    Majors Management rebrand, Ahold Delhaize USA cyberattack, Association of Truck Stop Operators

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 4:16


    Majors Management will rebrand the 35 stores it acquired from Alimentation Couche-Tard to MAPCO. New details emerge on a cyberattack on Ahold Delhaize USA. And the National Association of Truck Stop Operators has a new CEO.

    Mega Saver, more pledge to remove artificial dyes, Whole Foods Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 4:22


    Mega Saver has acquired three Kum & Go convenience stores. More consumer packaged goods companies are pledging to remove artificial dyes from their products. And Whole Foods Market opened three new stores in June. 

    Walmart beef facility, Illinois tobacco tax, GetGo/Couche-Tard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 4:07


    Walmart opens its first owned-and-operated case-ready beef facility. Illinois residents prepare for a tobacco tax hike starting Tuesday. And the FTC approves Giant Eagle's sale of GetGo gas stations to Couche-Tard.

    Private label, Walgreens Pharmacy gains, Shell/bp

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 5:32


    Nearly three-quarters of shoppers can't tell the difference between name-brand and private-label products, Walgreens reports quarterly double-digit gains in its U.S. Pharmacy Division, and Shell is reportedly in talks to buy bp. 

    Kroger closings, better-for-you foods, and Parkland/Sunoco

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 3:16


    Kroger's plan to close 60 stores over the next 18 months is already beginning to play out across the U.S.; Consumer approaches to better-for-you are evolving; and Parkland shareholders have approved Sunoco's proposal to acquire the fuel marketer and convenience-store chain.

    Walmart AI, Texas food dyes, Ahold Delhaize CFO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 4:44


    Walmart launches a new AI-powered tool for stocking shelves. A new Texas law requires warning labels on food and beverages containing dyes and additives. And Ahold Delhaize names a new chief financial officer.

    C&S acquires SpartanNash, Sampson-Bladen Oil Co. acquires 15 Breeze Thru Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 3:53


    C&S Wholesale Grocers has entered into an agreement to acquire SpartanNash, Sampson-Bladen Oil Co. has acquired 15 Breeze Thru Markets convenience stores, and shoppers are expecting to pay more for groceries this summer.

    EagleStores, EV vehicle choice, Kroger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 3:50


    EagleStores enters Indiana with a single-site acquisition. Nine in 10 current EV drivers indicate they would consider another EV as their next vehicle. And Kroger plans to close 60 underperforming stores in the next 18 months. 

    Walmart SNAP, BJ's Wholesale Club, Circana's 2024 New Product Pacesetters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 4:17


    Walmart brings in the most Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program dollars. BJ's Wholesale Club plans to open a new store in its home state. And Circana has revealed its 2024 New Product Pacesetters.

    Consumer confidence, Kraft Heinz, CSP's 2025 Top 202

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 4:19


    Consumer confidence was up in May, following months of declines. Kraft Heinz is phasing out artificial dyes. And CSP launches its 2025 Top 202 list of the largest convenience-store chains in the country.

    Target DEI, Balkar Management Group, United Natural Foods Inc.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 3:34


    Target shareholders stand pat on DEI pushback. Balkar Management Group has acquired 13 gas stations from Consumers Oil Corp. And United Natural Foods Inc. is making progress following a cyberattack. 

    DoorDash, Cub Grocery, Love's Travel Stops

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 5:50


    DoorDash completes its billion-dollar purchase of SevenRooms. Cub Grocery and other Minneapolis grocers “feel the Bern.” And an Oklahoma travel center chain gets some “Love” from the Oklahoma City Thunder.

    Amazon, EV interest low, call for a Walmart boycott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 4:25


    Amazon's new grocery business leadership team  includes Whole Foods executives. EV adoption interest is at its lowest point in years. And Donald Trump supporters are calling for a Walmart boycott.

    UNFI, 7-Eleven, increased amount of healthy drinks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 6:05


    UNFI deals with the fallout of empty shelves at grocery stores in the wake of last week's cyber-attack. 7-Eleven gears up for the summer value wars. And healthy drinks are increasingly on the menu for U.S. consumers.

    Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd, Casey's General Stores, Buc-ee's trademark lawsuits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 4:35


    Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd are reportedly in merger talks. Casey's General Stores Inc. delivered a record fiscal year. And Buc-ee's has filed trademark infringement lawsuits against three companies.

    Walmart, National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation, high grocery prices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 3:25


    Walmart expands its drone delivery program to five more cities. The National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation launches its First Responder of the Year Award. And shoppers are starting to blame the government for high grocery prices.

    Albertsons and Safeway strikes, Casey's General Stores, summer deals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 3:29


    Albertsons and Safeway workers in Colorado authorize a strike. Casey's General Stores is going to have a busy 2025 in Texas. And convenience and grocery retailers announce summer deals.

    Sam's Club, Gill Energy, employee wages at Kroger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 4:31


    Sam's Club is jumping on board the clean label movement. Gill Energy has acquired Dutchess Terminals Inc. And Kroger shareholders are calling for the company to increase employees' wages.

    Tariffs impacting Dollar Tree, Poppy Markets rebrand, National Doughnut Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 4:09


    Tariffs are impacting Dollar Tree's profitability. Poppy Markets will rebrand the convenience stores it recently acquired. And retailers celebrate National Doughnut Day with deals.

    SNAP, Stewart's Shops, online grocery sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 4:11


    The use of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is declining. Stewart's Shops has promoted its COO to president. And online grocery sales are expected to maintain an annual growth rate of 8.9% over the next five years.

    QuikTrip, Misfits Market, CITGO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 3:26


    QuikTrip opens its first convenience store in Kentucky. Misfits Market acquires last-mile delivery service The Rounds. And CITGO upgrades its loyalty program.

    Aldi, Costco, RaceTrac

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 4:06


    Aldi U.S. names a new CEO as its former leader heads to the global stage. Costco is testing new checkout technology. And RaceTrac launches a new distribution center in Louisiana.

    Korean convenience store CU, Global Partners, SpartanNash

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 3:41


    Korean convenience store CU is making its U.S. debut in Hawaii, Global Partners' Richard Slifka died Sunday at age 85, and SpartanNash is bullish on the growth prospects for its Hispanic stores.

    Instacart, EG Group, Canadian shoppers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 4:41


    Instacart names a new CEO. EG Group acquires nine convenience stores in the Northeast. And Canadian shoppers are taking a pass on U.S. groceries.

    PepsiCo, SNAP, pennies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 3:21


    The FTC has dropped its price discrimination lawsuit against PepsiCo. Two more states are blocking SNAP benefits for soda and candy. And could the end be near for the penny?

    Kwik Trip, Walmart, Coborn's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 4:33


    Kwik Trip is upping employee wellness. Walmart has opened its largest centralized prescription processing facility to date. And Coborn's has a new president.

    Sam's Club, Poppy Markets, gas-powered vehicles

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 6:13


    Sam's Club is getting into the pizza delivery business. Poppy Markets acquires 11 convenience stores from National Petroleum. And the Senate votes to overturn California's ban on gas-powered vehicles.

    Target, vote on credit card swipe fee reform, Buc-ee's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 4:45


    Target hopes a multiyear Enterprise Acceleration Office will help end its earnings slump. Senators push for a vote on credit card swipe fee reform. And Buc-ee's breaks ground on its first Arizona travel center.

    Costco, Terri Micklin joins 7-Eleven, FDA's now acting director

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 4:11


    Costco is partnering with Affirm to offer shoppers a buy now, pay later option for online purchases. Former GetGo Café + Market President Terri Micklin has joined 7-Eleven. And the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Tobacco Products has a new acting director.

    Wawa, National Restaurant Association Show, Aldi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 3:11


    Wawa opens its first Indiana store. There's a new exhibit area at the National Restaurant Association Show this year. And German discount grocery chain Aldi is bringing a little sarcasm to its newest marketing campaign.

    CVS Pharmacy, Imperial Brands, Kwik Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 4:22


    CVS Pharmacy has agreed to acquire and operate 64 Rite Aid stores, British cigarette maker Imperial Brands has announced that CEO Stefan Bomhard will retire, and Kwik Trip with a “K” has the best gas station food in 2025

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