RETAIL NEWS

Ahold Delhaize's U.S. banners post 2.1% net sales gains for Q1
Overall, the company reported $17.7 billion in net sales, up 2.5% at constant exchange rates.
'Hotlanta' remains Red-Nose focused in Walgreens challenge
However, Walgreens' own headquarter market is making a push to overtake Atlanta as Chicago climbed into fourth place of the top 10 "Red Rally Markets."

E-commerce grocery sales expected to continue growth

According to Brick Meets Click’s compound annual growth rate perspective, online grocery sales will grow 13% as compared to 1.3% for in-store sales
Weis Markets posts Q1 same-store sales increase of 1.5%

Weis Markets has generated comparable store sales increases for 16 straight quarters, the supermarket pharmacy operator reported.
McKesson ideaShare expected to host more than 1,500 operators

McKesson ideaShare 2018 will showcase how to implement and manage new possible revenue streams for independent operators, such as immunization programs, front-end solutions and specialty programs.
Study: Health care costs on the rise for retail employees

According to a study by Benefitfocus, retail employees are taking on more health plan costs and high-deductable health plans are becoming more prevalent — and more expensive.
Giant Food named 'official grocer' of MLB's Phillies

With this new partnership, Giant will have a visible presence at Citizens Bank Ballpark, and the company will present promotions for an avid Phillies fan base.
Amazon dives into pet products, intros dog food

Amazon's new brand, called Wag!, is exclusive to Prime members and features five varieties of dog kibble, with more products to be added.
Albertsons on pace to intro 1,400 own-brand SKUs this year

Albertsons' Own Brands division has already released nearly 300 new products in 2018.
Food Lion to remodel more than 100 locations

As part of its $168 million capital investment that includes lowering prices, expanding product assortment, and hiring new associates, Food Lion announced plans to remodel 105 stores in the greater Norfolk, Va., market.

Ahold Delhaize's U.S. banners post 2.1% net sales gains for Q1

'Hotlanta' remains Red-Nose focused in Walgreens challenge

E-commerce grocery sales expected to continue growth

Weis Markets posts Q1 same-store sales increase of 1.5%

McKesson ideaShare expected to host more than 1,500 operators

Study: Health care costs on the rise for retail employees

Giant Food named 'official grocer' of MLB's Phillies

Amazon dives into pet products, intros dog food

Albertsons on pace to intro 1,400 own-brand SKUs this year

Food Lion to remodel more than 100 locations