THE FRIDAY 5: Albertsons Makes Moves Following Failed Merger; UNFI’s Strategic RealignmentH-E-B’s top grocer designation, new stores from H-Mart and Lidl also made news this week L.A. Wildfires Destroy, Damage Grocery StoresRalphs and Gelson’s stores among lost structures H-E-B Ranked Top U.S. Grocer by dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index Price-conscious consumer mindset took hold in 2024 EDITOR'S NOTE: The Agents Are Coming 5 industry trends for 2025 that every grocer should be ready for The Future of Store Fixtures Flexibility is the name of the game for retailers keen to address shifting consumer preferences, seasonal trends and inventory changes THE FRIDAY 5: Kroger’s Rollercoaster Year; ALDI Plots Course for U.S. Dominance Biggest stories of 2024 also included Boar’s Head’s recall woes, Progressive Grocer's top honors The Most Important Question Private Brands Aren’t Asking Themselves Do consumers want to buy, or do they “have” to buy, your brand? Yes, there’s a difference Which Food Retailers Are Among America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity? Newsweek’s list includes companies committed to building inclusive environments THE FRIDAY 5: Grocers Grapple With Salmonella Outbreak; Food Lion President Retiring ALDI’s Charcuterie Chalet, Walmart’s holiday meal deal also made news this week EXCLUSIVE: Inside ALDI’s Charcuterie Chalet in Chicago Progressive Grocer checks out immersive sampling experience for entertaining ideas 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
