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Kroger Buying Harris Teeter

Kroger is acquiring all 212 Harris Teeter Supermarket stores for $2.4 billion, but plans to keep management and operations the same.
July 10, 2013
While no changes are expected in the short term, analysts predict the grocery giant may well "tinker" with the brand.
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The Evolving C-store

The convenience store channel is undergoing a bit of a metamorphosis.
June 12, 2013
Some convenience store owners are replacing long aisles with kiosks, experimenting with larger footprints and adding "good-for-you" products next to the candy bars.
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Women Read Labels More

Women check and use food label components more often and thoroughly than men.
May 29, 2013
The study found women use the Nutrition Facts label, health claims, ingredient lists and serving sizes more frequently than men when making decisions about food products.
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Shoppers' Decisions

Boar’s Head Brand partnered with Serious Eats website to survey how and why Americans choose their food.
May 23, 2013
The results were clear: trust is not only a huge factor in the health of the relationships people have with each other, but also plays a significant role in food choices.
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Canadian Food Spending

Most Canadians believe the food they purchase has increased in price over the past year.
May 16, 2013
A majority say they will tighten their belts and make smarter decisions when purchasing food.
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Consumer Food Spending

Feeding a family of four at home will cost about $4 more each week this year than in 2012.
May 8, 2013
Away-from-home food spending is projected to rise approximately $2.40 each week.
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So Much for Brand Loyalty

Fewer and fewer consumers are staying loyal to their favorite brands.
April 26, 2013
A new survey shows brand loyalty has dropped for the third year in a row.
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IRI Again

SymphonyIRI Group Inc. announced it is embracing its founding name of Information Resources Inc. and rebranding as IRI.
April 17, 2013
The firm notes the embrace of the IRI brand is underscored by a business strategy and mission to deliver growth for clients across the globe by pinpointing what matters and illuminating how it can impact their businesses.
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Economics and Grocery Choices

In the richest part of the world, pockets of society exist where health outcomes sometimes derive from a lack of healthier food options.
April 3, 2013
A study bolsters the idea that many people would make better dietary choices were they economically viable.
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