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Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) and Coles Supermarkets (ASX: COL) have announced the deployment of Caper Carts, AI-powered smart trolleys, at Coles' Richmond Traders location in Melbourne. This makes Coles the first retailer in the Asia Pacific region to implement this technology.
The Coles Smart Trolleys feature AI, cameras, and built-in scales that automatically recognize items as they're added. Customers can bag items while shopping, track their running total, and checkout directly from the trolley. The carts integrate with Coles' Flybuys rewards program, offering personalized deals and the chance to win discounts through a digital wheel game at checkout.
In the US, where Caper Carts are already implemented across multiple grocers, customer reception has been strong with a net promoter score exceeding 70 at established locations. The technology aims to combine the convenience of online shopping with the traditional in-store experience.
Instacart is bringing its first-ever Super Bowl commercial to life with a unique marketing event in Philadelphia. On February 8, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., select Instacart customers may receive their grocery deliveries in the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, accompanied by famous brand mascots including Green Giant, Chester Cheetah, The Kool-Aid Man, and The Pillsbury Doughboy.
Customers who place orders may be notified of this special delivery opportunity through the app. Those who participate will receive custom Instacart gear and photo opportunities with the Wienermobile, its 'Hotdogger' drivers, and the mascots. The company is also offering a Game Day Essentials Collection through February 9, with savings up to 40% (maximum $10) on snacks, drinks, and household essentials, plus rotating offers for free snacks.
Instacart is bringing its first-ever Super Bowl commercial to life in New Orleans with a unique marketing event. On February 7, 2025, select customers' grocery orders will be delivered by iconic brand mascots including Green Giant, Chester Cheetah, The Kool-Aid Man, and The Pillsbury Doughboy, all traveling in the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.
Customers who place orders through Instacart may receive notifications about this special delivery opportunity. Participating customers will get custom Instacart gear and photo opportunities with the mascots and 'Hotdoggers'. Additionally, Instacart is offering up to 40% off (max $10) on Game Day Essentials through February 9, including special promotions for free snacks.
This event precedes Instacart's 30-second Super Bowl commercial titled 'We're Here', scheduled to air on February 9, 2025, featuring these same brand mascots.
Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) has unveiled its first-ever Super Bowl commercial, set to air during the second quarter of Super Bowl 2025. The 30-second spot, titled 'We're Here,' features iconic grocery brand mascots delivering an Instacart order, highlighting the company's commitment to grocery delivery excellence.
The commercial showcases various mascots including Mountain Dew Puppy Monkey Baby, Cheetos® Chester Cheetah®, HEINZ Wiener Dogs, Green Giant, Mr. Clean, and The Pillsbury Doughboy™ on a delivery mission. The campaign emphasizes Instacart's grocery-first technology platform, supported by over 600,000 shoppers who have fulfilled more than 1 billion orders over 12 years.
As part of the campaign, Instacart is offering game day deals, free snacks with orders, and special deliveries featuring mascots in New Orleans, Kansas City, and Philadelphia from February 2-9, 2025. The company serves more than 85,000 retail locations across North America, delivering groceries in as fast as 30 minutes.
BrightFarms, a national indoor farming leader, has partnered with Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) to offer free Crunch Kits™ on Thursday, January 23, 2025, following 'Quitters Day'. The promotion aims to help consumers maintain their healthy eating resolutions. Customers can redeem one free salad kit through the Instacart platform with a minimum order of $10, though delivery fees and taxes still apply.
The offer includes four varieties of salad kits: Mediterranean, Southwest Chipotle, Chickpea Caesar, and Sunny Bacon. BrightFarms, acquired by Cox Enterprises in 2021, operates 5 greenhouse farms across the US and 3 regional greenhouse hubs in Texas and Georgia. Their products are available in over 5,000 retail stores across Central, Eastern, and Southwest US regions.
Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) has announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results after market close on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. The company will make its Q4 2024 Shareholder Letter available on their Investor Relations website.
Management will host a conference call to discuss the results at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) on the same day. A live webcast will be accessible through the Investor Relations website, with a replay available after the call.
The company has stated it will continue using its Investor Relations website to disclose material nonpublic information and comply with Regulation FD disclosure obligations.
Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) has announced new partnerships with POS providers DUMAC Business Systems and TRUNO Retail Technology Solutions to expand the adoption of Caper Carts, their AI-powered smart shopping carts. TRUNO serves over 13,000 retail locations across North America.
The partnerships will provide end-to-end POS integration for Caper Carts, including implementation, maintenance, and technical support. The smart carts offer features like automatic item scanning, spending tracking, and direct access to discounts. The successful implementation at Geissler's Supermarket has demonstrated increased basket sizes and enhanced customer experience.
The collaboration also creates opportunities to introduce additional Instacart Connected Stores technologies, including FoodStorm and Carrot Tags, to independent retailers across the grocery ecosystem.
Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) and Ulta Beauty have announced a nationwide partnership offering same-day delivery from over 1,400 Ulta Beauty stores across the United States. Through this collaboration, customers can now access Ulta Beauty's complete range of beauty products, including skin care, hair care, cosmetics, fragrances, and wellness products, with delivery in as fast as one hour via the Instacart platform.
The partnership integrates Ulta Beauty Rewards™ into the Instacart App, allowing members to earn points on purchases by linking their accounts. To celebrate the launch, customers can receive $10 off orders of $50 or more through January 26, 2025. This partnership expands Instacart's retail network, which now includes more than 1,500 retailer banners across various categories.
Cut+Dry and Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) announced a strategic partnership to integrate Instacart's Carrot Ads technology across Cut+Dry's platform. The collaboration aims to create one of the largest digital advertising platforms combining grocery and foodservice sectors.
The partnership will enable food manufacturers to directly reach buyers at the point of sale, while providing distributors access to new revenue streams through digital advertising. Instacart's Carrot Ads, which is currently used by nearly 220 retailer banners, will expand into the multi-billion dollar foodservice industry through this collaboration.
The integration will provide operators with detailed product information and menu ideas, while food manufacturers will gain nationwide reach to influence foodservice sales. The Carrot Ads capabilities on Cut+Dry will be rolled out to brands over the next few quarters.
Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) and Pet Valu (TSX: PET) announced a nationwide partnership enabling same-day delivery from over 600 Pet Valu locations across Canada. This marks Instacart's largest pet retailer collaboration in Canada, expanding their coverage by adding 500 new stores to the existing 100 locations in Ontario and British Columbia.
The partnership allows Canadian customers to order pet food, treats, toys, and other essentials through the Instacart app or website, with delivery in as fast as one hour. The service covers all stores under the Pet Valu family, including Bosley's by Pet Valu, Paulmac's, Total Pet, and Tisol. Orders will be fulfilled by Instacart's network of Canadian shoppers who will handle picking, packing, and delivery.
