Grocery store industry

Article Abstract:

Consolidation within the grocery store industry is continuing at a fast pace in the 1990s, due mainly to the need to survive in the industry, the rising equity values, and lower capital costs. However, competition has increased for the industry from supercenters, warehouse stores, and other alternative retail formats, and cost control has become more important. These stocks have become more timely, but investors still need to be cautious.

Marsh Supermarkets Inc., MARS

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Grocery store industry

Article Abstract:

Competition is looming for the supermarket industry from discount store chains in the US, most notably Wal-Mart Stores Inc with its aggressive pricing and distribution, and the industry is consolidating as well. The attraction and retention of a customer base has also become a new emphasis for for the industry due to competition. These stocks are well-ranked for timeliness, but investors need to be selective in their commitments.

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Grocery store industry

Article Abstract:

Merger activity has increased in the grocery store industry in 1998 and the larger chains have begun to crowd out the smaller, independent stores, and this trend is expected to continue through the efforts of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Industry earnings and profits have been good in 1998, and streamlining, buying power, and increased efficiency should enhance this. Many of these stocks are expected to outperform the market in 1999.

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