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Dollar Stores Developing Competitive Edge in Grocery Retail
As more dollar stores enter the fresh food sector, c-stores could find themselves under pressure to match their value propositions.
Amazon to Shutter Eight Amazon Go Stores
The retailer still operates more than 20 locations of the format.

Beverages
Drizly & Gopuff Partner for On-Demand Alcohol Delivery
The partnership will allow Drizly to make inroads in the Arizona, Kentucky and Washington marketplaces.
Foodservice
Driving Sales Through Drive-Thru Service Takes Detailed Planning
Collaboration, communication and step-by-step strategies improve project efficiency.
Fuels
Albertsons & Kroger Merger Brings Together 2,000-Plus Gas Stations
The deal creates a national footprint across 48 states and Washington, D.C.
Other Merchandise & Services
Gopuff Rolls Out Private Label Health & Wellness Brand
Goodnow’s initial offering includes OTC medications, sleep aids, and diagnostic test kits.
Beverages
DoorDash Adds Alcoholic Beverages to Bundle Feature
Customers can place a food and drink order on a single ticket through Drinks with DoubleDash.
Other Merchandise & Services
DoorDash to Launch Credit Card
Card users can unlock benefits and earn rewards on purchases both on and off the DoorDash platform.
Beverages
Starbucks to Make Massive New Store Push as Part of Reinvention Plan
Company plans to add 2,000 net new stores by 2025, among other growth initiatives.
Technology
New Partnership Brings Artificial Intelligence to DoorDash Mart
The delivery service is working with RELEX Solutions to optimize its product availability.
Technology
Gopuff Expands Ad Reach With Off-Site Media
Its instant ad platform offers the capabilities of CitrusAd, powered by Epsilon.
Other Merchandise & Services
Walmart Brings Convenience to Outdoor Consumers
The General Store by Walmart will bring seasonal and curated products to select Getaway Outposts.
Other Merchandise & Services
Gopuff Takes Strategic Actions to Face Possible Economic Downturn
The company will focus investments in its core instant delivery business and select revenue-generating initiatives.
Foodservice
Restaurant Visits Among Gen Z Fall Below Previous Generations
According to The NPD Group, price is the most important attribute among consumers 18 to 24 years old when choosing a restaurant.

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