Comerci, Chedraui Said Near $4 Billion Mexico Supermarket Deal

Controladora Comercial Mexicana SAB (COMERUBC) is close to an agreement to sell the bulk of its 200 retail stores to Grupo Comercial Chedraui SAB (CHDRAUIB), according to a person with knowledge of the deal.

Harris Teeter Features Regional Brands With Carolina Charm Program

October 13, 2014 Harris Teeter, Inc.

Carolina Charm – a program to showcase brands born in the South – just launched in North and South Carolina Harris Teeter locations. Throughout the month of October, shoppers can find Carolina Charm products in prominent displays at their Harris Teeter. These products cover select brands that are produced in both N.C and S.C. and represent the Carolina spirit.

Syracuse’s Oldest Grocery Store Unveils $2.65M Renovation

October 13, 2014 Kellie Cowan, CNY Central

After a 2.65-million dollar renovation, Syracuse's oldest grocery store is officially ready to unveil its updates and new offerings to the public.

Publix’s ‘Proactive’ Approach To Potential Data Breaches Could Avoid Target’s Fallout

In the wake of data breaches everywhere from Jimmy John’s to other grocers, Publix Super Markets Inc. is readying itself – just in case.

Walmart Canada Hiked Price Of Its Groceries, BMO Report Finds

October 10, 2014 Hollie Shaw, Financial Post

Walmart Canada has finally started to raise its grocery prices in some markets as it expands and tries to steal market share from rival supermarket chains, according to a new industry report.