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FEATURES 08 AI monopolizes conversations at FMI Midwinter Executive Conference The tech is now front and center, and it continues to evolve 19 Supermarket News 2026 Power List Here are the impact players in the grocery industry 23 Take SN’s Price Check Challenge Watch the videos and see if you can predict each item’s price COVER STORY 11 The SN 2026 Retailer Survey: Confidence slips Most retailers cite minimal impact from tariffs, but inflation concerns linger
INDUSTRY NEWS 04 Kroger names Walmart vet Greg Foran CEO Foran’s appointment caps a tumultuous period for the grocer 05 New Walmart CEO is not afraid to take risks, analyst says John Furner spent his first days as the retail giant’s leader walking stores, chain facilities and support offices 06 Report: Grocery shoppers predicted to spend more on food in 2026 as buying behavior evolves Increase in food spending also reflects a shift to more health-and-wellness products, Ibotta says
CATEGORY MANAGEMENT 25 PRODUCE How to keep produce in growth mode 28 DELI Supermarkets enhance their focus on foodservice 34 HEALTH & BEAUTY Igniting sales by attracting food shoppers IN EVERY ISSUE 2 Editor’s Letter 37 Checkout Amazon tests out big box retail
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