THE FRIDAY 5: Kroger Rests Its Case; Walmart, Sam's Club Put Tech to the TestFresh Thyme’s 2025 Midwest trend predictions also interested readers this week How Sam’s Club Puts Technology in Service of Its PeopleInnovations discussed at Groceryshop help solve problems for both members and associates Sam’s Club Expands Pay Increases for Front-Line Employees New workforce compensation plan establishes predictable pay increase milestones, giving associates a longer-term perspective on their financial futures Walmart Continues on Growth Track in Q2 Company’s newer marketplace, advertising and membership businesses diversify its profits Brick-and-Mortar Pharmacies Lag Behind Mail-Order, Digital Counterparts Wait times, issues filling prescriptions, and trust emerge as issues, J.D. Power study finds Walmart, Denali Team on Recycling & Reuse Technology Depackaging processes can separate 97% or more of all trash from organic food waste Sam’s Club MAP Adds Display Ads to App’s Scan & Go Feature Move bridges remote, in-club shopping to further enhance member experience Trader Joe's, Costco, Buc-ee's Named Among America’s Best Retailers Newsweek’s annual ranking aims to help customers find 1st-rate places to shop THE FRIDAY 5: Kroger Makes Divestiture Moves; Costco Increases Membership Fees New labor agreement at Wegmans, summer specials also gained reader attention Sam’s Club Discontinues Popular Member Perk Club retailer increases free shipping minimum 1 2 3 4 Next Last
