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Loblaw Companies Ltd.: The Road Ahead

By: Ray A. Goldberg, David E. Bell and Ann Leamon
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Abstract

After 24 years at the helm of Loblaw Companies, Canada's largest food retailer, Richard Currie is trying to decide on a strategy for the company's future. The firm's current emphasis on one-stop shopping for everyday household needs has been phenomenally successful. Its portfolio of stores to match local demographics, along with strong private label programs, has made the company one of the top mass retailers worldwide, but what can Currie do for an encore?

Keywords

Business Strategy; Distribution; Food; Food and Beverage Industry; Retail Industry; Canada

Citation

Goldberg, Ray A., David E. Bell, and Ann Leamon. "Loblaw Companies Ltd.: The Road Ahead." Harvard Business School Case 901-015, December 2000. (Revised December 2000.)
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