Sysco Profits Up 7.1% As Extra Week Boosts Results

August 16, 2010 Neil Russell, Sysco Corp.

Sysco Corp.’s earnings rose 7.1 percent as an extra week helped the latest period’s results and volume trends improved.

Target Is Betting On Fresh Foods, Discounts

Target struggled a bit during the recession, but recent moves by the retailer may be reversing that trend.

A&P To Close 25 Stores As Part Of Turnaround

August 16, 2010 Associates Press

A&P will shutter 25 stores in order to strengthen its operating foundation and improve its performance going forward.

Brooklyn Supermarkets Add Live Music

Brooklyn residents will shop to a new beat when grocery store Fresh Fanatic adds live music to its aisles starting in September.

Shift To Healthier Image Has Hurt KFC Sales

Longtime KFC franchisees are angry about a move last year by parent Yum! Brands that shifts focus away from the chain’s fried chicken roots.