Shoprite

Edible Garden has begun supplying USDA-certified organic basil to Wakefern and is marketing the product through an exclusive program to participating ShopRite stores. According to the company, the basil is the first verified USDA organic product from controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) and was confirmed by an accredited certifier. Distribution will use Wakefern’s backhaul logistics network and begins shortly before Labor Day; Edible Garden operates greenhouses and processing facilities in Grand Rapids, Webster City and Belvidere. » More on de.investing.com

Shoprite increased group revenue in the fiscal year to 28 June 2026 by 7.2% to 270.7 billion ZAR and adjusted earnings per share by 12.2% to 15.27 ZAR; operating profit grew by 8.4% to 16.2 billion ZAR. Drivers were margin expansion, cost control and the premium segment Checkers, as well as a 34.7% rise at delivery platform Sixty60 to 25.5 billion ZAR. The company raised the dividend by 11.8%, plans 211 new stores, increased digital and store investments and announced a share buyback program of 5 billion ZAR. Despite the solid metrics, the stock recently fell about 1.6%, reflecting investor caution over valuation issues and the low-inflation environment. » More on de.investing.com

Edible Garden is expanding its 'Garden Starters' pallet-display program in partnership with Wakefern, bringing USDA-certified organic herbs to participating ShopRite stores as part of a mid-summer promotional campaign. The expansion follows positive customer response in the spring and aims to create additional sales opportunities for retail partners. The company remains under financial pressure and its stock is trading near a 52-week low; analysts expect revenue growth of about 23% in 2026. » More on de.investing.com