Albertsons has set four AI priorities for fiscal 2026: enhancing customer experience, merchandising, labor management, and supply chain efficiency, with…
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Amazon Offers Next-Gen Alexa Model as Prime Perk, Puts in Wide Release
Amazon's Alexa+ voice assistant is now available to all U.S. customers, offering free access for Prime members and advanced features,…
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Albertsons Unveils AI-Powered Digital Party Planning Platform
Albertsons has launched Celebrations, a digital party planning hub featuring AI assistance for cake customization, shopping, and catering options, allowing…
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H-E-B Continues DFW Expansion
H-E-B opened its 11th Dallas-Fort Worth location on February 4, 2026, in Forney, Texas, marking another milestone in the grocer’s…
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Kroger Names Mike Goodwin President of Central Division
Kroger has appointed Mike Goodwin as president of its Central Division, effective April 1, 2026, succeeding retiring Colleen Juergensen, amid…
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Consumer Sentiment Inches Up in February to Highest Level Since August
The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index rose to 57.3 in February, up from 56.4 in January and beating economist…
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Natural Grocers Expands to Wisconsin with Lake Geneva Location
Natural Grocers will open its first Wisconsin store in Lake Geneva this spring, expanding into its 22nd state, and hosting…
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Costco’s January Sales Jump Nearly 10% as Online Orders Soar
Costco Wholesale Corp. reported a 9.3% increase in January 2026 sales, reaching $21.33 billion. Total comparable sales rose 7.1%, with…
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