Ahold Delhaize, the parent company of several grocery chains including Food Lion, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford, is facing significant disruptions due to a cybersecurity incident. The attack has led to inventory shortages across multiple locations, particularly affecting Stop & Shop in Massachusetts, where limited stock has been reported nearly a week after the initial announcement of the cyberattack. Additionally, Stewart’s Shops has temporarily suspended its tap-to-pay option since October 21 due to issues with fraudulent credit card payments. The incident highlights growing concerns over cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the retail sector, impacting both operations and customer service across affected chains.