US: Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. reports third quarter 2025 results
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. reported results for the 13-week third quarter ended September 28, 2025. Third quarter highlights: Net sales totaled $2.2bln; a 13% increase from the same period in 2024. Comparable store sales growth of 5.9%. Diluted earnings per share of $1.22; compared to diluted earnings per share of $0.91 in the same period in 2024. Opened 9 new stores, resulting in 464 stores in 24 states as of September 28, 2025.
Source: businesswire.com
US: Kroger and Uber expand partnership
Uber Technologies, Inc. and The Kroger Co. announced plans to expand their existing partnership, allowing customers to order groceries and restaurant meals through an integrated platform that combines Kroger's retail network with Uber Eats' delivery service. Beginning in early 2026, Uber Eats users will be able to shop from more than 2,600 Kroger-owned grocery stores across the U.S. The rollout will include major Kroger banners such as Ralphs, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Smith's, Fry's, Harris Teeter and Mariano's.
Source: supermarketnews.com
Amazon.com announces third quarter results
Amazon.com, Inc. announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2025: Net sales increased 13% to $180.2bln in the third quarter, compared with $158.9bln in third quarter 2024. Operating income was $17.4bln in the third quarter, compared with $17.4bln in third quarter 2024. Net income increased to $21.2bln in the third quarter, or $1.95 per diluted share, compared with $15.3bln, or $1.43 per diluted share, in third quarter 2024.
Source: businesswire.com
The Save Mart Companies launches "Right By You" affordability promise: $120K food bank match, holiday meals under $6, military discounts
The Save Mart Companies reported: "The Save Mart Companies, operator of 191 Save Mart, Lucky, and FoodMaxx stores across California and Nevada, launched the "Right By You" Affordability Promise. Holiday Meal Program: A complete Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people - under $6 per person at Save Mart and Lucky, and under $5 per person at FoodMaxx. Includes turkey, potatoes, vegetables, cranberry sauce, gravy, rolls, and pie. The program will be extended to Christmas with similar offerings".
Source: prnewswire.com
Skip and Walmart Canada launch nationwide delivery partnership
Canadians can now have groceries and household items from Walmart Canada delivered through Skip, the companies announced. Skip, a Canadian delivery network, said it has teamed up with Walmart Canada to offer customers faster and more accessible shopping from more than 300 Walmart stores across the country.
Source: retail-insider.com
Walmart, NYC-area grocery stores threatened with mass looting after SNAP benefits expire: sources
Walmart and grocery stores across the New York area are being threatened with mass looting after SNAP benefits expire on Saturday, law enforcement sources told The Post.
Source: nypost.com
Sam's Club China taps ex-Alibaba exec as head
Walmart China has announced that Liu Peng has joined the company as president of Sam's Club China, its membership-store format, highlighting the retailer's push to integrate digital innovation with the in-store experience as it accelerates growth in the Chinese market. Liu will report directly to Zhu Xiaojing, president and CEO of Walmart China.
Source: chinadaily.com.cn
UK: Former CEO of Asda joining board at M&S
Marks & Spencer has announced that Roger Burnley will join its Board as a Non-Executive Director on 1st December to support its growth strategy and bolster its food expertise after Justin King, the former boss of Sainsbury's, stepped down last month.
Source: kamcity.com
Spanish retail sector set for stronger growth in 2025: Industry association
The Spanish distribution sector is expected to see 3% growth in 2025 - up from 1.8% last year - according to the national association of large distribution companies (ANGED). However, this positive outlook has been tempered by a call for an urgent 'productivity pact', to address deep-seated issues hindering Spain's economic potential. ANGED, which represents major Spanish retailers like El Corte Inglés, Carrefour and IKEA, believes that this growth will be driven by robust private consumption.
Source: esmmagazine.com
France: Groupe Casino sees growth in net sales in third quarter
French retailer Groupe Casino reported an increase in net sales in the third quarter, maintaining the growth momentum seen in previous quarters. Net sales increased 0.5% on a like-for-like basis, to €2.0bln, during the quarter, with convenience brands reporting 1.1% growth. Consolidated net sales in the first nine months to end September amounted to €6.1bln, reflecting growth of 0.6% on a like-for-like basis. Groupe Casino will also expand its 'Renouveau' plan to 2030 and launch measures to consolidate its financial structure. The Monoprix banner posted like-for-like net sales growth of 0.6% in the third quarter, with customer traffic up 0.3%. Groupe Casino attributed this growth to food sales, underpinned by a good performance in fresh products (up 2.1%), particularly fruit and vegetables.
Source: esmmagazine.com
Finland: Supermarket, retail giant Kesko sees profits rise
One of Finland's biggest retail groups, Kesko, announced a 3.5% increase in profits in the third quarter, compared to the same period last year. The company said that its comparable operating profit reached just over 208mln euros in Q3, while it pulled in around 202mln euros during the same period in 2024. The firm reported positive growth across all of its divisions. The group's net sales amounted to 3.2bln euros, which also reflected growth over Q3 of last year (€3.02bln).
Source: yle.fi
Morrisons drops its Christmas sandwiches range with brand new creations and improved favourites
Morrisons reported: "For those seeking a more traditional flavour, The Best Christmas Chicken Feast Sub Roll (£4.25) is another new addition to the range and features a sub roll filled with chicken breast, shredded sprout and cranberry slaw, gravy mayo, sage and onion stuffing and a spiced hot honey cranberry sauce. Developed to ensure no one misses out this season, vegetarians and vegans can enjoy the new Vegan Festive Falafel Wrap (£3.25)".
Source: morrisons-corporate.com
UK: Pumpkins
The BBC reported: "Supermarket Asda said this year it is on track to sell 400,000 mini, or "munchkin" pumpkins - for use in displays rather than in the kitchen - up from 200,000 last year".
Source: bbc.com
Coopérative U led French grocery market growth in latest four weeks: Worldpanel
Coopérative U has emerged as the 'big winner' in the French grocery market, gaining 0.8 points in market share in the four weeks to 5 October 2025, according to the latest data from Worldpanel.
Source: esmmagazine.com
Transcend Retail Solutions should rethink interest in Attabotics technology within Tesco stores
RTIH reported: "RTIH understands that, contrary to some media reports, no firm plans are in place, and Transcend Retail Solutions might to keep it that way, according to Brittain Ladd, a supply chain consultant and former Amazon executive".
Source: retailtechinnovationhub.com
Australia: Coles accelerates AI adoption in retail with OpenAI
Coles Group reported: "Coles is the first major Australian retailer to deploy ChatGPT enterprise at scale as part of its new collaboration with OpenAI, empowering team members with cutting-edge tools and exploring new ways to enhance the customer experience".
Source: colesgroup.com.au
