July 17 - A store tour with Lidl US’s CEO | FMI takes aim at Food Traceability Rule

FMI takes aim at Food Traceability Rule amid Trump’s deregulation push; Albertsons sees digital success, but the channel has yet to turn a profit; Vallarta to launch in-store retail media capabilities; Kroger consolidating Texas operations as it fights H-E-B for market share

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July 17, 2025 | Today’s news and insights for grocery leaders

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Inside the Store: Lidl US’s CEO shows off the grocer’s approach to efficiency

A recent tour of a store in Virginia showcases how the discounter balances its streamlined retailing strategy with a focus on freshness and artful design.

FMI takes aim at Food Traceability Rule amid Trump’s deregulation push

The trade group is urging for changes to the rule, which it calls “one of the most burdensome regulations” facing the industry.

Albertsons sees digital success, but the channel has yet to turn a profit

CEO Susan Morris views the Albertsons for U program, which saw membership rise 14% year over year, as a valuable source of data for the company.

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A leading regional grocer eliminated floor hazards and headaches using Sure Stride^® adhesive mats and MatWorks’ full-service replacement program. Download case study.

Vallarta to launch in-store retail media capabilities

For more than a year now, the Latino-owned grocer has been stepping up its digital reach.

Kroger consolidating Texas operations as it fights H-E-B for market share

The decision to combine its Dallas and Houston divisions comes as the grocer has lost market share to the regional grocery rival in recent years.

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