Retailers Face Tough Outcomes In Bread Price-Fixing Scandal

February 6, 2018 Naomi Powell, Financial Post

Imprisonment. Hefty government fines. Billion-dollar class action lawsuits. But a large-scale loss of business from outraged customers? Unlikely, analysts say.

Kroger And EG Group Announce Definitive Agreement For Purchase Of Kroger’s Convenience Store Business

February 6, 2018 Kroger

The Kroger Co. and EG Group, a privately-held petrol forecourt convenience store retailer based in Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom, today announced a definitive agreement for the sale of Kroger's convenience store business unit to EG Group for $2.15 billion. The companies expect to close the transaction during the first quarter of Kroger's fiscal year.

Studies Explore How Supermarkets Source Foods For Low-Income Customers

For the first time, Cornell researchers have analyzed where Northeast supermarkets source the foods they sell to their low-income customers.

Roundy’s Remodels Three Stores In Metro Milwaukee

Kroger’s Milwaukee-based Roundy’s division on Wednesday unveiled upgrades to three Milwaukee-area stores, including stores near downtown, in the Bay View neighborhood and in Waukesha.

Kroger Announces Divisions For Scan, Bag, Go Expansion

February 6, 2018 The Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. announced it will introduce its new and exciting Scan, Bag, Go shopping technology in 18 operating divisions, making the service available this year to customers at 400 stores.