Albertsons Companies Q3 2025: Selling data > selling bananas - 1.07.2026 (002)

The Kroger merger is officially in the rearview, and Albertsons is waking up to a "New Day." But is the market buying it?In this episode, Susie and Miro unpack a chaotic quarter where reported revenue scared the algorithms, but the actual profits told a very different story. We explain why a confusing government regulation (the IRA) made the top line look worse than it is, causing a sell-off despite a massive 66% jump in operating income.Beyond the headline numbers, we dig into the company’s aggressive pivot from selling bananas to selling data. We analyze the $750M buyback, the high-margin "Media Collective" strategy, and the surprising revelation that their new "AskAI" tool is already boosting basket sizes by 10%.Is Albertsons transforming into a tech-savvy standalone compounder, or just trying to engineer growth while the consumer softens? Tune in for the unvarnished truth behind the print. 🎧🛒*****************************************Email: [email protected]: @EarnUnscripted*******************************************Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Content may include AI-generated analysis and summaries that can contain inaccuracies. Always conduct your own research or consult a qualified professional.*