Trader Joe’s on a recent podcast explored how it comes up with many of the playful names of its private label products. Hosts Tara Miller, the grocer’s president of marketing, and Matt Sloan, VP of culture and innovation, said the use of quirky names, such as This Strawberry Walks Into A Bar for a cereal…

Aldi and Lidl are both expanding further into Manhattan. Will these efforts pay off?

Trader Joe’s has opened a store in close proximity to an existing location. Does this strategy ever make sense in grocery?

One of Trader Joe’s most beloved bakery brands is bringing a whisky-infused Kringle to its shoppers just in time for Father’s Day.

Some Trader Joe’s shoppers are voicing their suspicion over an untraditional new item.

Trader Joe’s has successfully duped many leading products, but shoppers want more.

Trader Joe’s wins again with an affordable skincare dupe that continues to win over fans.

Trader Joe’s duped the internet’s most viral candy bar at a ridiculously low price.

Trader Joe’s goes viral yet again for another popular accessory item.

On a recent “Inside Trader Joe’s” podcast, the hosts indicated Trader Joe’s has zero plans to pursue in-store retail media. Will this put the grocer at a competitive disadvantage?

Trader Joe’s newest batch of limited-run products are turning heads.

Trader Joe’s has released a similar, sparkling version of a popular, discontinued Starbucks beverage.

Trader Joe’s employees must ahere to this customer request.

Trader Joe’s has recalled one of its salad kits due to an undeclared allergan.

Trader Joe’s brought back a fan-favorite dessert, and people are snapping them up.

Trader Joe’s is expanding its footprint.

Looking to shop at Trader Joe’s on Easter Sunday? You’re in luck.

Trader Joe’s now has a new location in the Emerald City.

Trader Joe’s mini viral tote bags have sold out again, and resellers are making a pretty penny.

Trader Joe’s has initiated a recall of its Hot Honey Mustard dressing.

Trader Joe’s has recalled more than 61,000 units of Gerolsteiner Sparkling Water sold across 12 states due to a potential safety risk.

A fan-favorite item has returned to Trader Joe’s for a limited time.

Trader Joe’s now offers premium beef at affordable prices.

Currently, Trader Joe’s has the lowest prices on eggs of all the larger supermarket chains.

Customers are faced with restrictions on eggs at Costco and Trader Joe’s.

Trader Joe’s continues to expand its footprint.

Trader Joe’s has yet another addictive dip.

24 days of chocolate for less than $2? Yes please.

On a recent episode of the “Inside Trader Joe’s” podcast, Matt Sloan, VP of marketing, discussed the slow and meticulous process the grocer undertakes in deciding where to open a new store. Does this approach make sense for the grocer?

Trader Joe’s is the latest retailer to be hit by a recall.

Trader Joe’s claims the candles pose a fire risk.

Walmart is introducing a new premium private label, called bettergoods, that the discount giant describes as “approachable and — most importantly — affordable.” What will be key to bettergoods gaining traction with Walmart shoppers?

The company’s Infinite Herbs Organic Basil product is recalled due to a possible salmonella contamination.

Multiple brands have charged Trader Joe’s with copying their recipes and package designs when developing its private label offerings. Are Trader Joe’s alleged tactics in engaging with smaller brands to explore private label development fairly common or an “outlier” approach for grocers?

New research from the publication Taste says that certain small food brands think that Trader Joe’s has replicated their products and pushed them out of making sales.

Trader Joe’s has replaced its former wine store in Manhattan with a new grab-and-go concept, Trader Joe’s Pronto, offering a limited assortment of prepared foods and snacks. Would the Pronto concept work alongside many other Trader Joe’s locations?

The grocer has increased the price of one banana from 19 to 23 cents.

The chain store finds itself recalling yet another product from its shelves.

In the realm of grocery supermarkets, there’s a hot new trending item that is not at all edible: Trader Joe’s mini tote bags. How can retailers make the most of unexpected product trends like Trader Joe’s mini tote bags to boost sales and build brand loyalty, while also managing potential inventory challenges and customer dissatisfaction?

Online giant Amazon.com has now joined a long list of companies such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX and American grocery chain Trader Joe’s claiming that a U.S. labor agency’s in-house enforcement proceedings breach the U.S. Constitution.

Trader Joe’s has found itself faced with two separate food contamination issues. Some of the supermarket’s products are contaminated with Listeria, while others may potentially contain “foreign material.”

Trader Joe’s has strongly denied rumors that the grocer was planning to offer self-checkout options. Has offering a self-checkout option become an expectation at grocers?

Trader Joe’s executives have confirmed that the company has no plans to introduce self-checkout kiosks in its stores, emphasizing their commitment…

Grocery-store chain Trader Joe’s has filed a lawsuit against its employee union, Trader Joe’s United, in Los Angeles federal court, alleging…

“We can kind of teach the crew to run register and stock shelves. That kind of stuff is not what’s important. What’s important is if you really like people.” How influential is culture to a retail organization’s performance?

With its high-quality products, value proposition and knowledgeable and friendly staff, Trader Joe’s often finds itself at or near the top of various industry “best of” lists. However, the quirky chain may still face some challenges as it expands. What do you think Trader Joe’s needs to work on?

Nordstrom has introduced its first podcast, hosted by Pete Nordstrom, president and chief brand officer. The Nordy Pod is described as “a new way for Nordstrom-obsessed customers to peek behind the curtain.” Do you expect more retailers to launch their own podcasts with insider POVs, such as Nordstrom’s?

Lululemon for the second year in row was the highest-ranking retailer on Glassdoor’s annual list of the “100 Best Places To Work.” Perks were particularly called out in employee reviews. How important are product discounts, free food, gym credits, tuition reimbursements and other perks in supporting retail employee satisfaction and retention?

It’s safe to say that no retailer feeling forced to pay its workers $4 or $5 an hour more as a result of a local ordinance is happy with the situation, but most have chosen to pay the temporary increases. Should chain retailers look at temporary pay mandates as more of a branding challenge vs. as a financial issue?

Mask compliance continues to frustrate retailers nearly one year into the pandemic and the vaccine rollout is creating more turbulence on selling floors. What new challenges does the rollout of vaccines and easing of restrictions around dining and other activities place on mask mandates at stores?