The Chefs Warehouse IncOnline grocery sales surge 19% benefits The Chefs' Warehouse as a food distributor with strong online presence.
Online grocery sales jumped 19% in the first quarter of 2026, following a 20% increase in the final quarter of 2025, according to Brick Meets Click. The report highlights that delivery and ship-to-home services have grown nearly six times faster than pickup, driven by faster fulfillment and ultra-fast delivery. Total grocery spending share has climbed every quarter, rising more than 19% over the last six quarters to its highest level by the end of the first quarter of 2025. Zacks Investment Research recommends four grocery stocks with strong online arms: Tyson Foods, The Chefs' Warehouse, Darling Ingredients, and Mama's Creations. Tyson Foods holds a Zacks Rank #2, while the other three carry a Zacks Rank #1, with Darling Ingredients expected to see earnings growth of more than 100% this year.
The Chefs Warehouse IncOnline grocery sales surge 19% benefits The Chefs' Warehouse as a food distributor with strong online presence.
Mama's Creations Inc.Online grocery sales surge 19% benefits Mama's Creations as a food company with strong online presence.
Tyson Foods IncOnline grocery sales surge 19% benefits Tyson Foods as a food company with strong online arm.
Darling Ingredients IncOnline grocery sales surge 19% benefits Darling Ingredients as a food ingredient supplier with strong online arm.