Sobeys in the news
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Tamtam found 20 recent articles about Sobeys.
- Richard Allardyce to head product innovation for private label at Sobeys
Richard Allardyce will lead private label product innovation at Sobeys, bringing nearly 11 years of experience in merchandising leadership roles within the company.
- Sobeys parent Empire reports 9.9% jump in net earnings as fuel sales soar
Sobeys' parent company, Empire Co. Ltd., reported a 9.9% increase in net earnings and a 14.3% rise in earnings per share for its first quarter, fueled by strong fuel sales and e-commerce growth.
- Sobeys and Safeway parent company Empire reports Q1 profit and sales up from year ago
Sobeys and Safeway parent company Empire reported higher Q1 profit and sales, largely unaffected by tariffs due to a strong supply chain and product diversification.
- Sobeys parent Empire reports 9.9% jump in net earnings as fuel sales soar
Empire Co. Ltd. reported a 9.9% rise in net earnings to $233 million in Q1, primarily due to strong fuel sales and e-commerce growth, despite a challenging market.
- Sobeys and Safeway parent company Empire reports Q1 profit and sales up from year ago
Empire, parent company of Sobeys and Safeway, reported an increase in Q1 profit and sales compared to the previous year.
- ‘It’s too early’: Grocer Empire refusing supplier requests for tariff price hikes
Empire Co. Ltd. is currently rejecting tariff-related price hike requests from suppliers due to increased sourcing alternatives and reported strong financial performance in its latest quarter.
- Renovations underway at Elmsdale Sobeys
Sobeys' Elmsdale store is undergoing renovations, managed by Ryson Construction and expected to finish in early 2027, to enhance the customer experience.
- Police investigating robbery at Sobeys, staff reportedly assaulted
A Sobeys in Halifax was robbed after a man assaulted an employee, stole money, and threatened security before fleeing on a bicycle.
- Sobeys parent company Empire ‘stands up’ with patriotic ad
Empire Company launched a patriotic commercial promoting its Canadian roots and brands like Sobeys, emphasizing local products and community support amidst trade tensions.
- Sobeys Caged Eggs: Animal Justice Takes Action at the National Bank Open
Animal Justice is protesting Sobeys for failing to uphold its 2016 commitment to eliminate caged eggs from its supply chain by 2025, with 80% of eggs still sourced from caged hens.
- Sobeys' parent company vows change to practice that blocked competing stores
Sobeys' parent company, Empire Company Limited, will stop using property controls that block competing grocery stores, following increased scrutiny from the Competition Bureau of Canada.
- Anti-Trust Probe Hits Sobeys
Sobeys is facing a federal anti-trust investigation into whether its restrictive mall leases unfairly block grocery competitors.
- These grocery stores in Ontario were ranked as the retailers people avoid shopping at
Ontario shoppers are avoiding major grocery chains like Sobeys and Loblaws due to rising prices and perceived lack of value.
- 96% of Safeway Members Do Not Trust Sobeys
UFCW Local 401 members are preparing for a potential strike vote against Sobeys following a breakdown in trust and stalled labor negotiations.
- Sobeys’ Cage Cruelty: Grocery Giant Uses Poverty to Mask Broken Promises
Sobeys faces backlash and nationwide protests for failing to meet its 2025 cage-free egg commitment despite reporting high corporate profits.
- Westlock Sobeys raises over $9K for food bank
A local Westlock Sobeys store raised over $9,400 to support the community food bank through customer donations.
- Canada's most expensive grocery stores were ranked and this chain beat Loblaws
Sobeys and Safeway have been ranked as the most expensive grocery retailers in Canada based on a survey of over 800 consumers.
- Sobeys owner Empire pays ‘top dollar’ to buy Farm Boy
Empire Company Ltd. is acquiring fresh food retailer Farm Boy for $800 million to accelerate growth in the Ontario market and enhance its digital grocery presence.
- ‘Maple washing’ is wearing thin with Canadian grocery shoppers
Sobeys and Loblaws are under investigation by food regulators for mislabeling imported products as Canadian-made using misleading 'maple washing' tags.
- Westlock Sobeys owners retire after nearly three decades
Tom and Susan Vesely retired from their Westlock grocery business, passing ownership of the Sobeys franchise to their son Jason.
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