Coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.


Ingles Dazzles With 17.5% Q2 Comps

Sales, margins and earnings increased for the North Carolina chain, which leveraged advantages of self-distribution to meet the challenge of unprecedented demand.

Ahold Delhaize Preps to Hold Onto COVID Share Gains

While reviewing Q1 financials, the retailer says health and sustainability, omnichannel investment and smooth operations are key in a post-pandemic world.

A restaurateur has already been arrested. The Justice Department has vowed to pursue more abusers of the system.

With plenty of business through their drive-thrus, chains such as Chick-fil-A, Del Taco and Wendy’s are in no hurry to reopen dining rooms.

Garden Fresh Restaurants has hired bankruptcy counsel and says it sees “no way to operate” given FDA recommendations that buffets not open.

Drop in miles traveled creates deep trench in states’ funding for roads

Beverage company is also working to keep up with demand

Coronavirus pandemic may be diverting consumers to online supply

What does the greenhouse-grown produce industry's first widespread coronavirus outbreak mean for the supply chain?

Store closures, cost cuts and rising sales are putting the operator on a path toward positive cash flow.

Third-party services would be prohibited from charging restaurants more than 15% during the COVID-19 health crisis. The measure is awaiting the signature of Mayor Muriel Bowser.

Lawmaker questions why state’s average is higher than others during the pandemic

Retailer will show messages in stores, at pumps and on social media to assist those seeking help

Sales were up 49.7% along with a 34.8% volume gain during the last full week of April, when plant closures also prompted consumers to stock-up.

The retailer is also waiving activation and monthly fees for prepaid Mastercards as part of a move that represents “a very well-timed strike against the dollar stores and Walmart.”

New data from software provider Nutrislice indicates that foodservice programs may have an uphill climb when it comes to diner perceptions once in-person classes resume.

Family meals, popular and profitable now, may be here to stay for some concepts.

Retailer continues increase of $3 per hour through June 4

Exploring the trends that will affect c-stores and other establishments for the next several years

The chain’s same-store sales rose 27% as third-party delivery and consumers staying home bolstered its performance.

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