Walmart raked in more cash from Charlotte-area shoppers than any other grocer for the seventh year running. The giant claimed 23% of market share in 2025, pulling $2.4 billion in revenue from a market that smashed records with over $10.8 billion in total sales last year, according to Chain Store Guide.
Charlotte’s grocery market swelled 4% from $10.4 billion in 2024 to $10.8 billion in 2025. Eight new stores popped up across the region, bringing the count of grocery stores in the area to 737.
Harris Teeter clung to second for the seventh consecutive year. Sales hit $1.7 billion, but its grip weakened — market share slipped from 15.9% to 15.7%. Food Lion snagged third with 15.5% of the market, climbing from 15% the year before. Its sales jumped from $1.5 billion to $1.7 billion…