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Kroger sales increase due to continued demand for grocery, essential items

A Kroger grocery store in Savannah, Georgia (Parker Pulse/Bloomberg) Jun 18, 2026 10:12 am, EDT key takeaways: Kroger reported on June 18 that same-store sales excluding fuel rose 1%, which exceeded Wall Street expectations as shoppers focused on spending on groceries. The gain reflected budget-conscious consumers amid inflation and higher fuel costs, while profits were

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Cars

GM cites declining demand for big cars, Mitsubishi’s big plans, disappointment at Europe’s automakers

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter delivers the stories that really matter straight to you every weekday. you are welcome downshiftor TDS for short, of drive The Morning News Roundup is bringing you the biggest automotive headlines from around the world. downshift Summarizes news with links to full stories

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Cars

The problem for VW’s only convertible: declining demand, declining output

The T-Roc Cabriolet is the only convertible sold by Volkswagen. Weak demand is forcing VW to reduce production. The crossover-Cabrio will be retired by mid-2027. As if we needed further proof that demand for convertibles is waning, Volkswagen is reducing production of the only car it sells with a folding roof. Then again, the T-Roc

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