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Interview with Frédérique Belarousse, Retail Technology Specialist

ISN Magazine29th March 2025

by ISN Magazine29th March 20250

Interview with Frédérique Belarousse, Retail Technology Specialist Interviewer: Riad Beladi Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Frédérique Belarousse, a seasoned retail technology consultant who has worked extensively with Carrefour France. She brings...

The Legacy of Colonial Exploitation: France’s Plundering of Algeria’s Wealth and Resources

ISN Magazine28th March 202528th March 2025

by ISN Magazine28th March 202528th March 20250

The history of French colonialism in Algeria is one of deep exploitation, brutal oppression, and systematic looting of the country’s wealth and resources. From the occupation in 1830 to Algeria’s hard-won independence in 1962,...

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Two thirds of UK retailers turn to AI as £5billion wage tax rises loom – but 81% are yet to deploy workforce automation

ISN Magazine27th March 202527th March 2025

by ISN Magazine27th March 202527th March 20250

As British retail and hospitality businesses face significant wage and tax rises, many firms recognise the need to improve labour productivity and employee engagement, prompting a growing need for investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI)...

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The Visa Pass Controversy – The Hidden Costs of Revolving Credit

ISN Magazine27th March 2025

by ISN Magazine27th March 20250

In a landmark ruling, Spain’s Supreme Court has ruled against Carrefour’s Visa Pass revolving credit card, citing a lack of transparency in its financial terms. This verdict is not just a legal loss for...

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Food Safety and Brand Trust

ISN Magazine27th March 2025

by ISN Magazine27th March 20250

Food safety scandals can shake even the most well-established brands, and Carrefour is currently facing a major crisis. The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) recently issued a warning about salmonella contamination...

Carrefour’s Digital-First Approach – A Sustainable Future or Cost-Cutting Strategy?

ISN Magazine27th March 2025

by ISN Magazine27th March 20250

Carrefour’s recent announcement that it will cease distributing paper promotional leaflets in Spain as of March 31, 2025, is being hailed as a bold move toward sustainability. The initiative, which aims to reduce paper...

European Grocery Market Set for Promising Growth

ISN Magazine26th March 2025

by ISN Magazine26th March 20250

A fresh analysis by Savills indicates a bright outlook for Europe’s grocery industry, buoyed by stabilising inflation, improving consumer confidence, and a projected increase in retail sales. Countries like the Czech Republic and Belgium...

French Consumers Turn to Eggs as Red Meat Prices Bite

ISN Magazine26th March 2025

by ISN Magazine26th March 20250

Faced with rising meat prices, French shoppers are flocking to eggs as a more affordable protein alternative, resulting in supermarket shortages. Despite being Europe’s leading egg producer, France is struggling to keep up with...

Asda Slashes Prices in Bold Bid to Regain Market Share

ISN Magazine26th March 2025

by ISN Magazine26th March 20250

In an effort to regain ground in the increasingly competitive grocery landscape, Asda has enacted sweeping price cuts on 1,500 essential items, including staple goods like cheese and shampoo. With reductions of up to...

Morrisons Shakes Up Operations with Closures and Price Hikes

ISN Magazine26th March 2025

by ISN Magazine26th March 20250

Morrisons has announced a significant restructuring move, shutting down 69 locations—52 in-store cafés and 17 supermarkets—resulting in job losses for 365 employees. At the same time, the retailer has discreetly increased prices in its...