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Large grocery retailers' profits have skyrocketed during the pandemic, and a new report from the Federal Trade Commission suggests that more scrutiny is needed. The report, which includes confidential information from companies like Amazon, Walmart, and Kroger, found that larger grocery stores gained a competitive edge over smaller rivals. One way they achieved this was by threatening to fine suppliers if they didn't deliver items on time, with larger stores imposing more stringent penalties than their smaller counterparts. As a result, suppliers often prioritized larger retailers for deliveries of essential items like toilet paper and other groceries. The report's findings raise important questions about the ethics of these practices and the impact on smaller businesses. #groceryretail #CPG #inflation

Noteworthy headlines in the retail industry this week: Amazon plans to launch expansion of its grocery business and fulfillment facilities, Primark aims to expand in the U.S. Bloomberg: Amazon Unveils Biggest Grocery Overhaul Since Buying Whole Foods 🛒Amazon plans to open 50 new Whole Foods Market locations and aims to add ~100 new stores to its development pipeline over the next few years. The company also expects to resume its expansion of Amazon Fresh stores if customers and executives are satisfied with certain in-store changes https://lnkd.in/eAYcYF3F 📦Amazon also plans to double the number of same-day delivery facilities that it operates over the coming years, as over 50% of all orders placed by Amazon Prime members in the largest 60 metropolitan areas arrived the same day or next day in Q2’23 https://lnkd.in/ert9J2Aw Chain Store Age: Primark Continues U.S. Store Expansion; Eyes 60 Stores by 2026 🏠Primark, a home goods retailer headquartered in Ireland, is aiming to open 40 stores in the U.S. by 2026, bringing its U.S. store count to 60. While most of its expansion has been in the Northeast, the company plans to further expand into the Southern U.S. going forward https://lnkd.in/ehRgi3Fw

Walmart raises guidance after solid Q2, elevated through grocery and online expansion. We've broken down the key takeaways from the report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gFgR5ZuF #WalmartQ2Earnings #RetailGrowth #IndustryInsights  #BusinessAnalysis #InventoryManagement #RetailInsights #InvestmentStrategy #IndustryImpact  #RetailTrends #PerformanceMetrics #ClientSuccess #BrandGrowth #Q2Earnings

Dropping prices helped to lift financial results in the first quarter ended April 30 for Walmart, Inc. Read more on the company's Q1 from Jeff Gelski below: https://ow.ly/bGtt50RNX1z #financialresults #retailers #corporatestrategy

'Value' was the defining word of 2023 for the grocery industry. I'm particularly interested in how grocers will continue to differentiate themselves and offer unique value propositions in the face of continued price sensitivity. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the rise of non-traditional grocery players like Amazon and dollar stores. How will they continue to disrupt the industry in 2024?

Sainsbury's has more potential for growth and market share gains than any other grocer in the UK. At present, however, there is too much focus on reducing costs and not enough focus on innovation. That’s the view of Brittain Ladd, a supply chain consultant and former Amazon executive #sainsburys #automation #groceryretail #supermarkets #retailtech #retailtechnology #retailinnovation https://lnkd.in/ghYXDYWM

Ocado Group PLC's (LSE:OCDO) retail profit margins are expected to be under pressure when it updates on third-quarter performance on Tuesday, 19 September, a statement that usually wholly focuses on its 50-50 UK joint venture with Marks and Spencer Group PLC (LSE:MKS).  The quarterly results come with the shares still elevated from the six-year low seen in the early summer thanks to rumours of potential bid interest from Amazon, though there has been nothing from either company on this. Thanks to that, the shares are no longer the most-shorted on the FTSE, as they were earlier in the year.  M&S meanwhile has seen its shares zoom 90% higher over the past 12 months, back above the pre-pandemic level and lifting the company back into the FTSE 100 after a four-year break. There has also been some positive sales news in the latest industry updates from Kantar, where the Ocado Retail JV with M&S was shown to be... More at #Proactive #ProactiveInvestors http://ow.ly/lAnS104Un76

Dropping prices helped to lift financial results in the first quarter ended April 30 for Walmart. Executives expect more of the same in the second quarter after the introduction of Bettergoods, a line of about 300 private label products. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Y3W150RNXi8 #GroceryIndustry #FoodRetail #FoodIndustry

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Did you hear about Walmart's OTIF Shift? Navigating the logistics of big box retailers just got a bit smoother. Walmart's recent adjustment to its "on-time, in-full" (OTIF) requirements is a much-needed change for those of us in the logistics space. Previously: A challenging 98% threshold for both on-time and in-full deliveries. Now: A more manageable 90% for on-time and 95% for in-full. Why This Matters: - Less Pressure: Reduces the effort needed to meet near-perfect delivery standards. - More Flexibility: Acknowledges real-world supply chain challenges  - Focus on Efficiency: We can enhance operational strategies without fearing fines. This pivot reflects a post-pandemic market change and emphasizes the evolving dynamics of supply chain resilience and adaptability. For logistics experts, it's a window to: - Innovate: Leverage technology to meet these new standards efficiently. - Build Partnerships: Strengthen collaborations with big box retailers through improved reliability and performance. #Logistics #SupplyChainManagement #Walmart #TechLogistics #Innovation