Albertsons news and trends

Albertsons Deploys Google Cloud’s New Conversational Commerce Agent
artificial intelligence // September 10, 2025

Food and drug retailer Albertsons Cos. has become the first retailer to deploy Google Cloud’s new Conversational Commerce agent, an artificial intelligence (AI) shopping assistant. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Dining Dollars Shift to Value and at-Home Options
Earnings // August 14, 2025

It was supposed to be Mediterranean’s moment as Cava Group entered 2025 with growing momentum. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Albertsons Says New AI and Interactive Features Boost Digital Sales
Earnings // July 16, 2025

Albertsons Companies saw growing engagement with its digital platforms during the last quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Rite Aid Closing Stores and Selling Pharmacy Assets to Rivals
Retail // May 19, 2025

Rite Aid is reportedly closing additional stores while handing off business to rivals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Interviews & Exclusives
Albertsons Doubles Down on Digital Post-Kroger Merger Setback

January 08, 2025
Under CEO Vivek Sankaran, Albertsons has invested heavily in digital transformation, customer engagement, and operational efficiency. Even after the halt of the proposed merger with Kroger, the company remained committed to expanding its digital capabilities, improving customer experiences and positioning itself for long-term growth. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article […]

How Higher Grocery Prices Are Changing How Consumers Shop for Food

January 07, 2025
The planned but failed Kroger-Albertsons merger captured headlines in the grocery sector in 2024, and the latter is scheduled to announce its third-quarter results Wednesday (Jan. 8). Get the Full...

Social Media Shoppers Are Minority but Highly Satisfied

August 03, 2023
Fourteen percent of consumers, representing approximately 36 million shoppers, buy items through social media. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Chatbots Sizzle, SSN Numbers Fizzle And Grocery Shoppers Feel The Love

February 23, 2018
Sizzle Of the Week: Grocery Customers Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Quick Reads
Albertsons Adds Expedia-Powered Travel Booking to Loyalty Program Platform

September 23, 2025
Albertsons Cos. has added a travel booking experience powered by Expedia to the mobile app and website of its “for U” loyalty program. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. […]

Albertsons Deploys Google Cloud’s New Conversational Commerce Agent

September 10, 2025
Food and drug retailer Albertsons Cos. has become the first retailer to deploy Google Cloud’s new Conversational Commerce agent, an artificial intelligence (AI) shopping assistant. Get the Full Story Complete...

Albertsons Says New AI and Interactive Features Boost Digital Sales

July 16, 2025
Albertsons Companies saw growing engagement with its digital platforms during the last quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Rite Aid Closing Stores and Selling Pharmacy Assets to Rivals

May 19, 2025
Rite Aid is reportedly closing additional stores while handing off business to rivals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...