Algeria: The Quiet Power of Africa’s Largest Nation
By John Meverly There are countries that sell themselves loudly, and there are countries that do not need to. Algeria belongs firmly to the latter. It does not chase attention, yet it leaves a...
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Time for Consolidation: Why Mergers Are Inevitable in British Supermarkets
The idea that the British supermarket sector can continue operating in its current fragmented and hyper-competitive form is increasingly difficult to defend. Margin pressure, rising operational costs and shifting consumer behaviour are pushing the...
POP Retail: The Rise of Digital POP and the Reinvention of the Supermarket Shelf
Point of Purchase is no longer a static concept. What was once limited to cardboard displays, shelf talkers and promotional signage is being fundamentally redefined. POP retail is entering a new phase—dynamic, data-driven and...
Fresh Pasta Overtaking Dry Pasta: A Premium Shift Reshaping Supermarket Shelves
The pasta aisle is undergoing a quiet but decisive transformation. For decades, dry pasta defined the category—reliable, affordable and a staple in every household. Today, that dominance is being challenged. Fresh pasta is no...
North Africa’s Supermarket Revolution: Carrefour Leads While Auchan Hesitates
The supermarket landscape in North Africa is undergoing a structural transformation, moving steadily from fragmented traditional retail towards organised modern distribution. This shift is not merely about shopping habits; it reflects deeper economic evolution,...
Algeria and Helium: The Quiet Power Rising in a Strategic Global Race
Helium is no longer a trivial gas reserved for balloons and entertainment. Helium has become one of the most strategic natural resources of the 21st century, silently powering critical sectors such as medical imaging,...
ISN INVESTIGATES: Coffee Under Pressure
Why Prices Are Set to Rise Again in 2026 By James Taylor | ISN Magazine Editorial . Feature sponsored by Organisation mondial du commerce equitqble There is a quiet but unmistakable tension building across...
John Lewis and Rejina Pyo Reunite for Spring/Summer 2026 Collection
British retailer John Lewis has renewed its creative partnership with designer Rejina Pyo, unveiling a second exclusive collaboration for Spring/Summer 2026. The 29-piece collection is now available online and across five of the retailer’s...
Consumers turn to experience-led loyalty as 54% of UK shoppers want experiential perks that extend beyond discounts, says new RTS research
London, UK — Consumers’ loyalty expectations are shifting from discount-based rewards to experience-led perks, new data from the Retail Technology Show (RTS) reveals. Original research of over 1,000 shoppers by RTS revealed that over...
The Emirates: The Jewel of the Arab World and the Undisputed Centre of Global Trade Shows
In the modern history of global commerce, few nations have risen with the speed, clarity, and determination of the United Arab Emirates. What has been achieved in a remarkably short span of time is...