US meat giants face fresh claims on price fixing
New price fixing claims have been brought against US meat giants including Tyson Foods and Pilgrim's Pride.
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Powerful Yogurt to launch protein drink range
US yoghurt business Powerful Yogurt is to launch a range of protein drinks as it continues to expand its portfolio.
On the money: Hain Celestial eyes distribution gains, NPD for growth
Hain Celestial, the US natural and organic food group, has indicated it expects to drive continued organic growth in the coming year - even as it laps tough comparables - by expanding distribution and leveraging its innovation pipeline in the US and internationally.
US: Bellisio teams up with diner Chili’s for licensed range
Frozen foods manufacturer Bellisio Foods is partnering US diner Chili's to launch a new line of licensed Chilli's inspired frozen meals.
Talking shop: Major US chains eye small-format growth
The convenience channel has become a source of growth for larger grocers in a number of markets. Even in the US, home of the big-box store, major players have tested the water, albeit with patchy success. The likes of Wal-Mart are upping their focus on smaller stores and, although they will not represent a short-term threat to America's 'Cokes and smokes' c-stores, indie operators need to be wary. Hannah Abdulla reports.
US: Publix Q3 earnings slide, stock increases
US retailer Publix booked a slight drop in earnings in the third quarter but saw its stock and sales increase. Net earnings in the three month period dropped to US$359.9m…
US: Publix to sell Pix c-store operations
US retailer Publix has announced plans to divest its Pix convenience chain as part of plans to focus on its core supermarket operations. Publix said today (23 October) that Circle K…
US: Publix to acquire seven Bi-Lo stores
US retailer Publix plans to purchase seven stores from local peer Bi-Lo Holdings for an undisclosed sum. The stores are located in North and South Carolina, the companies said. The…
US: Ingles Markets books Q3 loss
US retailer Ingles Markets has booked a third-quarter loss, hurt by a one-off charge. In the three months ended 29 June, Publix made a net loss of US$14.1m, compared to…
US: H1 profit, sales climb at retailer Publix
US regional retailer Publix saw its earnings and sales climb in the first half of the year. In the six month period, earnings reached US$872.1m, compared to a net profit…
In the spotlight: Kroger to benefit from surprise Harris Teeter deal
US retail giant Kroger this week struck a deal to buy regional supermarket chain Harris Teeter in a deal worth US$2.44bn. Analysts believe the deal makes perfect sense, offering synergies…
