Category Archives: Nonfoods for Profit
A ray of sunshine
I can’t tell you how many arguments I have had with people over the proper use of sunscreen products. Typically these little tiffs take … Continue reading
An attack from within
Many top supermarket executives are turning against the nonfoods category in favor of other segments. Nonfoods buyers need to defend their turf. By Seth … Continue reading
Smoke Signals
Value brand cigarettes, smokeless and tobacco-free options are helping tobacco remain a viable category. By Craig Levitt State and federal tobacco taxes are sky-high … Continue reading
Navigating the NACDS Marketplace
Retailers can learn about emerging nonfoods segments and the latest merchandising tactics at the show later this month. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy Grocers looking … Continue reading
Young at heart
To ease the aging process, Baby Boomers have been driving sales of everything from vitamins to sexual health products. By Howard Riell The much … Continue reading
A pampered pet set
Building on its reputation as an upscale food retailer, Wegmans is fast becoming a preferred destination for pet food and supplies. By Craig Levitt … Continue reading
Powering forward
Following a tumultuous few years, the battery category appears to be back on course and primed for growth. By Craig Levitt They say “patience … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: Sweet smell of success?
Unilever has introduced a product that company officials hope will bring new sales to the deodorant category. Can it drum up interest in a … Continue reading
Here’s to good health… and beauty
Grocers are giving their HBC aisles a makeover and sharpening their product mix to win in this ultra- competitive category. By Craig Levitt In … Continue reading
HBC on the rebound?
HBC buyers say that supermarkets may be starting to win back consumers to their aisles. Can this trend be sustained? By Seth Mendelson Supermarket … Continue reading
Scripting a change
Given the number of health care modifications on tap, pharmacies will need to beef up their staffing, marketing and technology to stay ahead. By … Continue reading
The female perspective
As women shop other channels for their feminine hygiene needs, grocers look to non-traditional products and private label offerings to help capture market share. … Continue reading
Housewarming party
There was optimism at the recent International Home + Housewares Show, as vendors say the housewares category is performing well, particularly at grocery. By … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: Writing the next chapter
What lessons can supermarkets glean from the fall of Borders? By Seth Mendelson What’s the book on Borders? As has been well documented in … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: Feeling the power
Rather than go the way of photo/film, the batteries category is re-inventing itself as consumer needs change. by Seth Mendelson The retail industry can … Continue reading
Making house(wares) calls
From food preparation tools to candles, housewares can thrive in the grocery channel if the category is properly planned and promoted. By Craig Levitt … Continue reading
Where the boys are
Thanks to an influx of male shoppers and value- based products, the men’s grooming category continues to grow. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy For years, … Continue reading
Bright spot
Oral care companies are jockeying for prime shelf space as grocers seek to simplify the shopping experience By Seth Mendelson For the stodgy old … Continue reading
Supplemental health
More consumers are turning to nutritional supplements to assist with their health care needs. By Craig Levitt How can Americans put a cap on … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: Reshuffling the cards
The social expression department was once the star of the nonfoods category. Its current struggles at supermarkets highlight the problems of all GM/HBC segments. … Continue reading
Bright spot
For the stodgy old oral care category, things are really not too bad. That is especially true if your name is Procter & Gamble, … Continue reading
Stepping up
Industry observers say grocers can have success in foot care by mirroring the SKUs of other channels and carrying the most popular sizes. By … Continue reading
Mother may I?
Social media and online retailers are changing the way parents shop the baby category. By Craig Levitt In this era of social networking, everyone … Continue reading
House beautiful
From candles and kitchenware to grooming products and food storage, the housewares category is proving its resilience. By Carol Radice The housewares category—particularly inexpensive … Continue reading
Tips for accessorizing
Consumers are looking for style and function when it comes to accessories for their high-tech gadgets. Grocers can succeed with the proper product mix. … Continue reading
