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Loblaw introduces No Name stores in Ontario for affordable shopping

23 Aug '24
3 min read
Loblaw introduces No Name stores in Ontario for affordable shopping
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  • Loblaw is launching no name stores in three Ontario markets, offering up to 20 per cent savings on groceries and essentials by reducing operating costs.
  • These stores will feature a curated selection of 1,300 top products, shorter hours, minimal marketing, and no refrigeration.
  • The pilot aims to create a simplified, affordable shopping experience.
Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX: L, “Loblaw”) announced its plans to pilot a new concept, value-based no name store in three Ontario markets. The no name store will help customers save up to 20% on everyday grocery and household essentials, by lowering operating costs and carrying only a targeted assortment of products.

“Our goal is simple – providing food and essential household items across a limited range of national brands and no name brand products at our lowest possible price,” said Per Bank, President and CEO, Loblaw. “Since food inflation took off globally, we have been laser-focused on doing what we can to keep prices lower for customers, including opening more discount food locations in more parts of the country. This new test concept allows us to pass on lower prices to our customers – it’s a completely different and simplified shopping experience.”

The no name stores are reducing operating costs through a variety of ways, including:

  1. Shorter operating hours (10am-7pm)
  2. Smaller assortment means the store is less complicated to run
  3. Limited marketing and no flyers
  4. No refrigeration (no dairy or fresh meat products)
  5. Reused fixtures – shelves, cash lanes – to minimize building costs
  6. Fewer weekly deliveries, reducing logistic costs

 

“Our commitment to customers is that products at the no name store will be up to 20% less than the regular retail price on a comparable product at any of the four main discount grocers in that local area. These no name stores will have a limited selection of 1,300 products, but these are many of our top-selling pantry staples and household goods throughout the province, so we know they’re what customers buy most and what will bring them the biggest savings,” said Melanie Singh, President, Loblaw’s Hard Discount Division. “This is a test and learn project, and we’re planning to listen and adjust quickly. The pilot is unchartered territory and while success isn't guaranteed, our commitment to creating value and meeting customer needs remains unwavering.”

Customers can expect a small range of frozen food items, complemented by pantry staples, household necessities, and shelf-stable bakery and produce items including bread, bagels, apples, bananas, peppers, and carrots. This curated line up of products ensures every item on the shelves contributes to the store's mission of affordability and quality.

Note: The content of this press release has not been edited by Fibre2Fashion staff.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)

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