Stout is pleased to present our Grocery Retail Industry Update for 2026. We hope that you find this report helpful and that it serves as a valuable resource to you in staying up to date on the market.

We look forward to staying in touch and encourage you to contact us directly if you would like to discuss our perspectives on current market trends or potential M&A opportunities, or to discuss our relevant advisory experience.

Overview for This Edition

Market and Industry

• Grocer Preference Shift and the Decline of the Conventional Supermarket
• Changing Food Prices and the Impact on Grocery Retail
• At-Home Dining Occasions on the Rise
• Private Label and Value-Seeking Behavior Shaping the Sector
• Consumer Demand for Products With Smaller Portion Sizes and Greater Nutrient Density
• Policy Changes Are Shifting Hispanic Grocery Dynamics