Buoyed by positive sales and traffic and an optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) remained in positive territory in November. IFT Daily News
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 29th annual informal price survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for … Continue Reading →
Metro Inc. said Wednesday that sales during the fiscal third quarter increased by 1.4% but profits were flat. read more Supermarket News
Loblaw posted a small sales gain and slightly lower earnings during the fiscal fourth quarter, citing the effects of cost reductions and subsequent pricing investments in a strong competitive environment. … Continue Reading →
There were only 3,045 more restaurants in the United States in spring 2013 than there were in spring 2012, according to a recent U.S. restaurant census conducted by The NPD … Continue Reading →
Supermarkets seek to jumpstart grocery sales by merchandising shelf-stable foods alongside fresh, show the findings of SN’s 10th annual survey of Center Store performance. read more Supermarket News
Supermarkets seek to jumpstart grocery sales by merchandising shelf-stable foods alongside fresh, show the findings of SN’s 10th annual survey of Center Store performance. read more Supermarket News
Even with frequent food safety outbreaks and recalls, concern levels about the safety of the U.S. food supply remain relatively constant with temporary spikes when news of an outbreak occurs, … Continue Reading →
Retailers appear to be becoming a bit more optimistic about sales and consumer spending although overall they remain cautious, a recent survey shows. read more Supermarket News
