Harps Deploys AI Shopping Assistant at All Its Grocery Stores SmartMeals provides personalized meal inspiration and an easier way to shop. Empire Acquires Quebec Food Retailer Mayrand The deal marks the company’s entry into the province’s discount and warehouse food market. Top In-Store Experience Headlines From January 2026 Target, BJ's Wholesale Club, Amazon and others revealed plans to expand store footprints and build up in-store experiences last month. Aldi Sells Southeastern Grocers Banners German discounter also reveals ambitious growth plans for 2025.