Top 7 grocery retail stories from around the world
ShelfLife’s pick of the week’s top global industry stories from around the world, focusing on grocery retail
Print10 August 2026
From retail tech moves to brand shake-ups, supply chain shifts, and in-store innovation, this week’s round-up spotlights the key developments reshaping the grocery industry worldwide.
Whether it’s a strategic pivot by a major retailer or a breakthrough in how food gets from shelf to shopper, these are the stories you can’t afford to miss.
1) DoorDash expands Flavour Fest to six cities
DoorDash is investing $6 million to expand Flavor Fest to Atlanta, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Miami and Tampa.
The campaign runs until 23 August, featuring more than 2,400 local restaurants and offering consumers 30% off eligible orders.
2) Ahold Delhaize reports resilient Q2 performance
Ahold Delhaize reported Q2 net sales of €23.2 billion, up 1.9% at constant exchange rates, with market share gains across its major markets and brands.
The group reiterated its full-year guidance, citing continued investment in customer value, innovation and growth alongside disciplined cost management.
3) PENNY Market unveils sustainable wooden store
PENNY Market’s Skuteč store in the Czech Republic is the country’s first all-wood food discounter and won a BIG SEE Wood Design Award in 2023, according to BIG SEE.
Built using cross-laminated timber panels, the 1,400 sq m store is designed to reduce its carbon footprint while providing a more sustainable shopping environment.
4) Diageo unveils $1bn cost-cutting plan
Diageo’s new CEO Dave Lewis has unveiled a $1bn restructuring plan aimed at resetting the drinks giant amid low growth, RTÉ reports.
The plan will focus on simplifying the business, reducing costs and improving performance as Diageo responds to weaker consumer demand and challenging market conditions.
5) Esselunga posts €4.8bn first-half revenue
Esselunga recorded first-half revenue of €4.786 billion, up 1.3% year on year, MetroToday noted.
EBITDA fell to €376.2 million, while net profit declined to €95.3 million, with the retailer continuing to invest in its store network.
6) Walmart highlights latest ESG progress
Walmart has published its FY2026 ESG Report, highlighting progress across its people, supplier, community and environmental priorities.
The report outlines initiatives including investment in associates and suppliers, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy and healthcare as the retailer continues its wider sustainability efforts.
7) Dollar General extends food partnership
Dollar General is extending its partnership with Feeding America with a $1 million donation, supporting food access across more than half of US counties.
The retailer said its partnership has provided more than 90 million meals through in-kind food donations since 2019.
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