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Wakefern Marks 80th Anniversary with $21.5 Billion in Sales

Wakefern marks 80 years with $21.5 billion in fiscal 2026 sales, seven new stores, $150 million in investments and new board appointments.

The Top 10 Grocery & CPG Stocks: Food Retailers Buck Wall Street’s Gloomy Trend

The top 10 grocery & CPG stocks outperformed Wall Street as Albertsons, Kroger and PepsiCo led gains during the week ending October 23...

Food Trade Roundup for October 24, 2026

Food Trade Roundup covers CPG pricing, Gen Z's frozen food impact, gas prices, Albertsons board changes and highlights from IFPA Global.

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Gen Z Brings Global Flavors to the Traditional Holiday Table

Global flavors are reshaping holiday food shopping as Gen Z embraces international foods with fresh merchandising opportunities.

CPG Pricing Strategies Put Long-Term Growth Ahead of Short-Term Profit

CPG pricing strategies: Cuts may lift sales volume without restoring profits as PepsiCo and others face shifting demand trends.

Gen Z Is Driving Growth in a $93.5 Billion Frozen Food Market

Gen Z is reshaping frozen foods, driving demand for high-protein meals, global flavors and convenient dining options.