May 2023

Portugal. Mercadona, the leading supermarket chain, is set to open 10 new stores

ISN Magazine17th May 202317th May 2023

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Mercadona, the leading supermarket chain, is set to open 10 new stores in Portugal this year, bringing the total number of supermarkets in the country to 49. The new store openings will be strategically...

LIDL GB CALLS ON OTHER SUPERMARKETS TO MAKE FRUIT & VEG MORE APPEALING TO KIDS

ISN Magazine17th May 202317th May 2023

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Lidl GB is calling on other supermarkets to introduce packaging design changes to make fruit and veg appeal more to children Call comes after the discounter saw sales increase by over a third on...

John Lewis Partnership becomes the largest organisation to receive Fostering Friendly Employer accreditation via the Fostering Network

ISN Magazine17th May 202322nd May 2026

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John Lewis Partnership becomes the largest organisation to receive Fostering Friendly Employer accreditation via the Fostering Network New and existing foster carers in the Partnership will receive additional paid leave The accolade marks the...

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Algeria, retail and E.commerce overview

ISN Magazine17th May 202317th May 2023

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By Riad Beladi The Algerian retail industry is organized through various channels and entities. Here are some key elements of the organization within the sector: Traditional Markets: Traditional markets, often known as souks, are...

The Healthy ready meal index. Chemist4U

ISN Magazine16th May 202322nd May 2026

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Many people turn to ready meals as an easy alternative to home cooking, especially for those with busy lifestyles – in fact, two in five Brits rely on ready meals each week. However, with many ready...

Private Labels capitalise on the cost-of-living crisis to make up 38% of total FMCG value sales in Europe (€229 Bn)

ISN Magazine16th May 202316th May 2023

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Retailers show strong Q4 2022 market performance despite raising prices of Private Labels higher than National Brands Shoppers looking for smart deals on everyday groceries, to moderate the impact of price increases, are turning...

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Commenting on food price inflation and some items doubling in price compared to a year ago

ISN Magazine16th May 202327th May 2023

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Commenting on food price inflation and some items doubling in price compared to a year ago, Mark Lynch, Partner at corporate finance house to the consumer industries, Oghma Partners, said: “Food price inflation is being driven...

Europe is the largest wine-consuming region in the world

ISN Magazine16th May 202316th May 2023

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Europe is one of the largest wine-consuming regions in the world. The total wine consumption in Europe can vary from year to year due to various factors such as economic conditions, cultural preferences, and...

Cosmetics, global market size estimated to reach over $800 billion by 2024

ISN Magazine16th May 202316th May 2023

by ISN Magazine16th May 202316th May 20230

The cosmetic industry has been experiencing a steady rise in product sales in recent years, with the global market size estimated to reach over $800 billion by 2024, according to a report by Zion...

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Spain: Supermarkets experiencing a considerable rise in prices

ISN Magazine16th May 202316th May 2023

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Supermarkets in Spain are experiencing a considerable rise in prices, particularly after the government’s measure to reduce VAT on a list of basic foods to control inflation. Large companies such as Carrefour, Aldi, Mercadona,...