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jack_tripper
5 months ago
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Kroger acknowledges that its bet on robotics went ...
Isn't this expensive after you factor in the extra margins and delivery costs?
danielbln
5 months ago
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Well, ish. German grocery prices are still quite low, comparatively. People use the delivery services not for full weekend shopping, more if you get home late and the fridge is empty, or a public holiday is coming up etc.
Still, they are popular.
socksy
5 months ago
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Also, anecdotally they are more popular amongst less price sensitive people with disposable incomes, where paying for the convenience is worth it.
But also, definitely not the Ocado model.
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