Rising food costs are pushing consumers to get more creative about where they go for groceries.
, which owns Family Dollar — have been adding stores and remodeling with more refrigeration units and expanded grocery offerings, including healthier foods and fresh produce, the Coresight report found.
"If the two retailers continue to improve the quality of their fresh food while maintaining the low prices associated with their brands, there is a high chance it will bolster their value proposition with their existing consumer base and also pull in new customers from higher-priced retailers," the report said.These days, shoppers are considering alternatives, especially if it means better prices, said Julie Ramhold, consumer analyst with DealNews.
However, the value is not always there, she added. Despite the name,"you will be hard-pressed to find items that are just a dollar." It's important to check the unit price and compare with the offerings at other stores, includingIn addition, the grocery assortment will still be smaller than what you would find at a supermarket or a warehouse club.
Further, with less turnover, you are more likely to find items near the expiration date."It's important to check 'best by' dates," she cautioned. To that end, Ramhold advises shoppers to focus on staples, such as rice, pasta and dried beans, which can also be tailored to fit different cuisines and don't cost very much.With food inflation persisting, savings experts share their top tips to spend less on groceries, regardless of where you shop.
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