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Albertsons Companies Inc (ACI) operates one of America's largest food and drug retail networks, serving communities through banners like Albertsons, Safeway, and Vons. This page aggregates official press releases and verified news about the company’s operational developments, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.
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Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) has announced that its President and CEO, Vivek Sankaran, will participate in the Morgan Stanley Virtual Global Consumer & Retail Conference on December 3, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. ET. The presentation will be available for live streaming on the Company’s website and will have a replay for two weeks post-event. Albertsons operates stores across 34 states under various banners and has committed $53 million for community hunger relief in 2020 and $5 million for social justice efforts, contributing to a total of $225 million in food and financial support in 2019.
Albertsons Companies has enhanced health screenings for its associates and vendors by implementing contactless temperature checks and digital health questionnaires across all locations.
Partnering with Turing Video Inc., this new technology allows for safer health screenings, ensuring compliance with CDC recommendations. Successful screenings yield a 'CLEAR' sticker for associates, while the system promotes a healthier workplace environment. This initiative underscores Albertsons' commitment to safety amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Albertsons Companies has launched its new line of Open Nature Savory Skillet Meals, designed for quick preparation and high-quality dining. These flash-frozen meals, ready in as little as 10 minutes, feature natural ingredients free from artificial additives. The innovative nitro flash-freezing technology preserves flavor and freshness, with a variety of restaurant-inspired options available, including prime rib roast and chicken tikka masala. The meals are part of the company's Own Brands portfolio and can be ordered online or found in-store.
Albertsons Companies is enhancing its online grocery shopping experience by accepting SNAP EBT payments at nearly 200 Drive Up & Go locations nationwide. This initiative aims to provide contactless shopping options for more customers. Users can create an account, fill their cart, and select SNAP EBT at checkout. The company plans to expand the Drive Up & Go locations to 1,400 by the end of the fiscal year, reflecting a strategic push in digital and eCommerce offerings.
Albertsons Companies announced its readiness to administer COVID-19 vaccines across its 1,700+ pharmacy locations in partnership with the U.S. government. Once authorized, these pharmacies will receive a direct allocation of the vaccine to enhance access for Americans. The vaccines will be provided at no cost. Trained pharmacists will assist in streamlining the vaccination process, including contactless consent via pharmacy apps, ensuring efficient distribution in collaboration with the CDC and state authorities. Albertsons operates under 20 familiar banners in 34 states.
Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) and Trex Company (NYSE: TREX) have expanded their longstanding recycling partnership, successfully transforming over 200 million pounds of plastic film into sustainable building materials. This initiative includes the recycling of more than 54,000 pounds of bulk medication bottles collected by Albertsons pharmacies, contributing to Trex's production of environmentally friendly composite decking. The program enhances the circular economy, with Trex using about 400 million pounds of recycled plastic annually, supporting sustainability efforts across various retail locations.
On October 29, 2020, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) announced the appointment of Mary Beth West to its Board of Directors. West brings extensive experience in retail and marketing, having held significant positions at Kraft Foods and Mondelez International. She previously served as Chief Growth Officer at The Hershey Company, where she drove growth and innovation. Her expertise is expected to enhance Albertsons' customer engagement strategies, according to CEO Vivek Sankaran.
Albertsons Companies (ACI) reported strong second-quarter results for fiscal 2020, ending September 12, with a 13.8% increase in identical sales and digital sales growth of 243%. Net income stood at $284.5 million, with adjusted net income per share of $0.60. Adjusted EBITDA rose 67% to $948.4 million, while sales increased 11.2% to $15.8 billion. The company completed significant debt refinancing, saving approximately $52 million in annual interest.
Updated forecasts expect identical sales growth of at least 15.5% and adjusted EPS between $2.75 and $2.85 for fiscal 2020.
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