ISSAQUAH, WA - Costco Wholesale Corporation reported net sales of $21.75 billion for the retail month of October, the four weeks ended November 2, 2025, an increase of 8.6 percent from $20.03 billion last year.

Net sales for the first nine weeks were $48.33 billion, an increase of 8.3 percent from $44.65 billion last year, according to the recent release.

Last year’s total and comparable sales were negatively affected by a little more than one percent in the U.S. and slightly less than one percent worldwide due to pull forward activity associated with Hurricane Helene and port strikes in September.

Additional discussion of these results is available in a pre-recorded message. It can be accessed by visiting investor.costco.com (click on “Events & Presentations”). This message will be available through 4:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

Costco currently operates 918 warehouses, including 632 in the United States and Puerto Rico, 111 in Canada, 42 in Mexico, 37 in Japan, 29 in the United Kingdom, 20 in Korea, 15 in Australia, 14 in Taiwan, seven in China, five in Spain, two in France, two in Sweden, and one each in Iceland, and New Zealand. We also operate e-commerce sites in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Australia.

ZAANDAM, THE NETHERLANDS - Ahold Delhaize, an international food retail group and a leader in both supermarkets and e-commerce, reports third quarter results.

Q3 Financial highlights

Ahold Delhaize net sales were €22.5 billion, an increase of 6.1% at constant exchange rates and up 2.2% at actual exchange rates. Our net sales growth was driven by the Profi acquisition, comparable sales growth excluding gasoline of 2.9% and store openings, partially offset by the closure of Stop & Shop stores and lower gasoline sales. The Company's Q3 comparable sales excluding gasoline were negatively impacted by 0.1 percentage points due to weather, and by 0.3 percentage points from the cessation of tobacco sales at supermarkets in Belgium.

In Q3, Ahold Delhaize's online sales increased 12.2% at constant exchange rates. This was driven by double-digit growth in online grocery in both regions and a strong performance at bol.

Ahold Delhaize underlying operating margin was 4.1%, an increase of 0.3 percentage points at constant rates. Strong performance in the U.S., supported by non-recurring items that added 0.2 percentage points to its margin, more than offset the impact of the first-time consolidation of Profi and price investments in the U.S.

In Q3, Ahold Delhaize IFRS operating income was €902 million, representing an IFRS operating margin of 4.0%.

Diluted EPS was €0.65 and diluted underlying EPS was €0.67, up 8.7% at actual exchange rates compared to last year's results.

In the quarter, Ahold Delhaize purchased 10.5 million of its own shares for €371 million, bringing the total amount to €813 million in the first three quarters of the year, according to the recent release.

Comments from Frans Muller, President and CEO of Ahold Delhaize

“The capabilities we have cultivated within our organization provide us with the expertise and resilience to succeed in complex and dynamic environments. They enable us to scale successful solutions across our brands to unlock additional operational efficiencies. Thanks to the dedication and focus of our teams, we are making meaningful strides in advancing our Growing Together strategy. Our brands are creating value every day for customers by lowering prices, elevating our own-brand assortments, and collaborating with vendors to deliver impactful promotions. We are also sharpening our portfolio through remodels and enriching our omnichannel experiences to drive convenience and reach. This is all underpinned by the diligent execution of our Save for Our Customers program, which creates the fuel to maintain a steady pace of investment.

“Our third quarter results reflect the strong foundation and flexibility of our operating model. Net sales increased 6.1% at constant exchange rates (2.2% at actual exchange rates) and comparable sales growth excluding gasoline was 2.9%. Net sales were positively impacted by 3.6 percentage points from the Profi acquisition and negatively impacted by 0.7 percentage points from the closure of Stop & Shop stores and the cessation of tobacco sales in Belgium. We delivered a healthy and slightly higher-than-planned underlying operating margin of 4.1% despite dynamic conditions in several markets. As a result, diluted underlying EPS was up 8.7% at actual exchange rates.

“In the U.S., net sales increased 1.9% at constant exchange rates (decreased 4.3% at actual exchange rates), while comparable sales growth excluding gasoline increased 2.9%. The latter was negatively impacted by 0.2 percentage points from cycling the impact of hurricanes in the prior year. Two notable accomplishments were Food Lion's impressive 52nd consecutive quarter of comparable store sales growth and the completion of the roll-out of PRISM at Food Lion and Hannaford. With that, all the U.S. brands are now on the proprietary platform, which will allow us to increase the speed and impact of innovation in omnichannel convenience for customers moving forward. The Stop & Shop team has been laser focused over the past year on executing their pricing strategy, extending key elements and refinements to an additional 88 stores in Massachusetts during the quarter. At the same time, our associates are improving the quality of service and in-store execution, optimizing promotional effectiveness, and tightening day-today operations. While there is plenty of hard work ahead, I am encouraged by the positive response from customers.

“In Europe, net sales increased 12.4% at constant exchange rates (12.5% at actual exchange rates), including the impact of Profi. Comparable sales excluding gasoline increased 2.8%, negatively impacted by 0.6 percentage points from the cessation of tobacco sales. With rising inflation, stagnating economic growth and governmental policy moves, the business and customer climate is pressured. For example, in Serbia, the industry is facing severe headwinds to the operating model resulting from a government decree on the limitation of prices, while, in Romania, higher VAT rates and changes to the phasing of governmental food stamps to low-income consumers is negatively impacting customer spending power. Nevertheless, our brands continue to push the boundaries to navigate these dynamics and are working hard to sustain and grow their competitive positions. In particular, for customers, we are maintaining the high focus on value, leaning into strengthening affordable healthy and convenient assortments. All our European brands now have a minimum of 900 Price Favorite products across their assortments and continue to update and expand their fresh produce sections, focusing on the increased demand for convenience, healthy and ready-made meals.

See the full release here.

CHELSEA, MA - Gold Bell and Morning Kiss Organic are celebrating the season of gratitude with a full range of premium organic and conventional potatoes and onions, plus a vibrant lineup of seasonal vegetables that bring color, nutrition, and convenience to the Thanksgiving table. This year’s highlights include Sweet Potatoes, Organic Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli, and Snipped Green Beans — all perfect for roasting, sautéing, or steaming into wholesome side dishes that taste like home.

With a focus on health, freshness, and flavor, Gold Bell's potatoes and onions continue to anchor the brand’s holiday lineup. Longtime favorites like Pearl Onions, Boiler Onions, Shallots, and Cipollini Onions remain staples for comforting Thanksgiving recipes — from rich gravies to elegant roasted vegetable medleys.

“Our goal is to provide everything shoppers need for a fresh, flavorful Thanksgiving,” says Michael Guptill of Gold Bell, in the recent release. “We’re seeing families embrace a mix of traditional cooking and smart shortcuts — preparing homemade meals while looking for ways to simplify the process without sacrificing quality.”

Making Holiday Cooking Easier Than Ever

To support that balance of home-cooked quality and modern convenience, Gold Bell has expanded its ready-to-use produce options. These time-saving items are ideal for busy home cooks who want to enjoy a scratch-made holiday meal with less prep work.

Available now for the Thanksgiving season:

• Peeled Shallots, Cipollini, Red and White Pearl Onions – Ready to roast, caramelize, or add to stuffing and stews.
• Diced Organic and Conventional Butternut Squash – Perfect for soups, casseroles, or quick roasted sides.
• Diced Turnip – A hearty, ready-cut root vegetable that complements potatoes and adds depth to any fall dish.

Gold Bell’s robust supply chain and partnerships with farms across Massachusetts, Maine, Prince Edward Island, and other U.S. growing regions ensure consistent quality and freshness throughout the holiday season. Each item is packed to order with customizable and sustainable packaging options to meet retailers’ needs.

Potatoes and onions remain nutritional powerhouses — naturally fat-, sodium-, and cholesterol-free, rich in vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants — while cruciferous vegetables like Brussels sprouts and broccoli add fiber and essential vitamins to any balanced holiday spread.

YUMA, AZ - Arizona is proud to announce November as Arizona Leafy Greens Month, a time to celebrate the significant contributions of the state's leafy greens industry to feeding the nation. This annual observance highlights Arizona's role as the "winter lettuce capital of the U.S.", contributing 25% of the nation's lettuce production annually and generating a $2 billion impact in Arizona each year.

Governor Hobbs has issued an official proclamation recognizing November as Arizona Leafy Greens Month, underscoring the state's commitment to public health and food safety within the agricultural sector.

Throughout November, the Arizona LGMA along with our partners at Yuma Safe Produce Council will conduct outreach to educate consumers and the produce industry about the importance of Arizona-grown leafy greens. Key activities include:

• Social Media Partnerships: Collaborations with prominent social media accounts, including Farmer Jon (Dinsmore), Ram628 (Ramiro Ruiz), and Welcome to Arizona, will help spread awareness and engage a broad audience. Giveaways will be hosted on Instagram and Facebook to encourage participation.
• Media Outreach: Extensive media outreach to the produce trade press is planned, alongside interviews with local media outlets such as KYMA television, What's Up Yuma radio, and Today in Yuma radio.
• Community Engagement: A booth will be hosted at Yuma's Friday Night Munchies food truck event, where the importance of handwashing will be highlighted.

"As we launch into our 2025/2026 season, we are proud of all that Arizona LGMA members and the Arizona leafy greens industry do to provide safe and nutritious leafy greens," said Teressa Lopez, Division Director, Plant and Produce Services, Arizona Department of Agriculture, and Administrator for the Arizona Leafy Greens Food Safety Committee, in the recent release.

NEW YORK, NY - The New York Apple Association’s The Big Flavor in the Big Apple campaign is making a bold statement with a 22-story digital billboard in Times Square. The billboard delivers an estimated 18 million impressions and reaches consumers through social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.

Apple growers Helene Dembroski and Carrie Wafler, along with Aeffect Marketing and Public Relations, visited with apple enthusiasts under the big billboard to answer questions consumers had about New York apples and to provide opportunities for sampling.
In addition to the Times Square display, 165 digital billboards across NYCLink and surrounding areas in New York City’s five boroughs feature grower videos that complement NYAA’s television commercial airing on social media. NYAA created customized, grower-centric videos targeting New York City for the duration of the campaign.

Display shippers — which NYAA shipped more than 600 of this year — are now in grocery stores throughout the metropolitan area, expanding messaging about New York State apples. The Big Flavor campaign continues nationwide, with display shippers and signage available to participating retailers. Display contests are underway, and winners will be announced in the coming weeks.

“We are getting significant in-store merchandising with large displays this year,” said Cynthia Haskins, president and CEO of the New York Apple Association, in the recent release.

NYAA reported that this year’s promotional efforts include signage, digital couponing, buy-one-get-one offers, feature and sub-feature cooperative advertising, and customized retail display contests.

Apple harvest is wrapping up for the season, and promotable volumes of superior-tasting apples are available. NYAA account managers, along with Haskins, have worked closely with retailers throughout the season. New York apples are available in more than 7,400 retail locations across the country, from independent grocers to corporate chains.

NYAA will head to New York City for the New York Produce Conference, Dec. 2–4. This year’s 20-foot trade exhibit will showcase a variety of New York State apples and highlight resources available to participating retailers and foodservice professionals. Several apple shippers and cider processors will also attend.

Each year, NYAA connects with the foodservice industry to share sourcing information for New York apples. NYAA recently participated in the New York School Nutrition Conference in Buffalo, where school foodservice directors and staff attended the two-day event.
In October, NYAA wrapped up the 13th annual Big Apple Crunch promotion, hosted by the FarmOn! Foundation. The event encourages New Yorkers of all ages to celebrate locally grown apples, healthy eating and school spirit by joining the statewide Crunch Challenge. Schools and organizations that register to participate are eligible to win a $1,000 FarmOn Victory Garden.

With strong retailer participation, high-visibility media placements and a multi-channel strategy, The Big Flavor in the Big Apple campaign reinforces NYAA’s commitment to driving category growth and elevating the profile of New York apples. As the season progresses, the association continues to invest in high-impact promotions and retail partnerships that deliver measurable results.