Amazon, Walmart-owned Flipkart get ready to shake up India’s delivery-in-minutes sector at CNBC. “Amazon wants to become the “largest delivery-in-minutes network” in India as it plans to expand quick commerce services to 300 cities. Flipkart said last week that it has set up over 1,000 micro fulfilment centers across more than 130 cities in India.” Read more

 

Dollar Tree, Inc. Announces $2.5 Billion Share Repurchase Authorization Press release

 

Kroger Announces Agreement to Acquire Giant Eagle Press release

 

Sam’s Club rotisserie chicken dethrones Costco at Fast Company. “Consumer Reports blind-tested rotisserie chickens from 10 grocery chains to find the best flavor, texture, value, and quality.” Fast Company subs.

 

Big Brewers Are Making an Outsize Bet on Tiny Cans of Beer at WSJ. “The piece we didn’t fully appreciate is how the size would appeal more broadly to folks who want to moderate,” said Ellie Preslar, Sierra Nevada’s chief growth officer. “I hear it from fellow parents who want to moderate. They still want a beer at night but are still parenting their kids, so it allows them to have a treat to themselves.” WSJ subs.

 

Amazon emissions jump 16% as company stands by net-zero pledge GeekWire

 

Walmart, CVS step in to help seniors navigate Medicare coverage of obesity drugs at CNBC. “Walmart’s website will curate several resources directed at Medicare beneficiaries, including a learning page that will help seniors interested in gaining coverage along with options for weight management support.” Read more

 

California bans ‘sell by’ food labels The Hill

 

How ‘surprise bags’ can lower your grocery bill at USA Today. “Too Good to Go surprise bags are available at more than 530 Whole Foods stores across the country….The surprise bags can range from $6.99 for a bag of produce worth $21 to $9.99 for a seafood bag worth $30.” Read more