Walmart, McLane, Food Lion top the week's headlines

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10. FTC launches inquiry into grocery supply-chain disruptions

Major retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers ordered to contribute information to study.

9. Kroger’s focus on fresh and digital growth pays off in Q3

'Our strategy to lead with fresh and accelerate with digital continues to connect with our customers,' says CEO Rodney McMullen.

8. Walmart CFO Brett Biggs to depart

Retail giant begins search for successor.

7. Hy-Vee adopts Seafood Supplier Code of Conduct

Midwestern grocer reinforces socially responsible seafood sourcing and labor practices.

6. Food Lion opens 75th store of 2021

New location in Garner, N.C., focuses on local offerings.

5. Sainsbury’s c-store adopts Amazon cashierless tech

Deployment marks first use of Just Walk Out with third-party international retailer app.

4. McLane taps Chris Smith to lead grocery unit

Supply and logistics veteran joins distributor from Walgreens Boots Alliance.

3. Biden meets with retailers for holiday season, supply chain updates

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2. A new pricing scenario tests chicken’s strength in supermarkets

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Retailers must withstand inflation and uncertain inventories for category growth.

1. Walmart extends COVID leave policy, brings back vaccination incentives

As Omicron variant emerges, retailer continues focus on safety and well-being of associates

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