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LIDL GB COMMITS HALF A BILLION INVESTMENT TO INCREASE BRITISH BERRY VOLUMES AS DEMAND SOARS

ISN Magazine9th June 2026

by ISN Magazine9th June 20260

Lidl GB is to increase British berry volumes over the next five years as a £500 million sourcing investment is announced. Discounter signs five-year agreements to give farmers certainty amid rising costs and...

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M&S Announces New Franchise Partnership In The Philippines

ISN Magazine8th June 2026

by ISN Magazine8th June 20260

Today Marks & Spencer (M&S) announces the signing of a new franchise agreement in the Philippines with PT Mitra Adiperkasa Tbk (MAP), the leading lifestyle retailer in Indonesia. M&S’ ambition is to build a...

1 in 3 shoppers expect social-speed retail as viral demands strain stock systems.

ISN Magazine8th June 2026

by ISN Magazine8th June 20260

Two fifths (37%) expect brands to bring products to market more frequently, rising to 46% of Millennials 59% say viral social trends cause products to sell out faster, while 53% say influencer and...

SAI appoints retail technology leader, Clare Hoole, to spearhead UK growth.

ISN Magazine5th June 2026

by ISN Magazine5th June 20260

London, UK — SAI has today announced the appointment of seasoned retail technology leader, Clare Hoole, who will spearhead the company’s UK expansion, as the leading AI intelligence solution provider continues its ambitious growth trajectory....

Invent.ai appoints Joe Groves as Global CRO to scale international growth

ISN Magazine4th June 2026

by ISN Magazine4th June 20260

Invent.ai appoints Joe Groves as Global CRO to scale international growth AI-native retail planning and inventory decisioning platform, invent.ai, has announced the appointment of Joe Groves as its new Global Chief Revenue Officer...

LIDL GB CUTS PRICES ON MORE THAN 1,000 PRODUCTS AS PART OF £250 MILLION INVESTMENT IN PRICE

ISN Magazine4th June 2026

by ISN Magazine4th June 20260

Lidl GB announces £250 million investment in price for customers, via both price cuts and Lidl Plus promotions. Prices dropped on more than 1,000 popular products like fresh meat, fruit and veg, eggs, milk,...

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Despite rising labour costs, half of retailers are still hiring store staff, recognising that colleagues remain the key to enhancing CX for shoppers.

ISN Magazine3rd June 2026

by ISN Magazine3rd June 20260

Rather than scaling back amid rising costs, 49% of retailers are investing in frontline team growth 58% are deploying GenAI solutions for store workers, alongside tech that supports upskilling, knowledge and training UK retailers...

Mercadona Strengthens Position in Spain

ISN Magazine1st June 2026

by ISN Magazine1st June 20260

Mercadona continues to reinforce its leadership position in Spain through investments in logistics, store improvements, and product development. The company remains one of the country’s most successful retailers, benefiting from strong customer loyalty. Recent...

Auchan Focuses on Store Modernization Strategy

ISN Magazine1st June 20261st June 2026

by ISN Magazine1st June 20261st June 20260

French supermarket group Auchan is continuing efforts to modernize stores and improve efficiency across its network. Investments include upgraded layouts, energy-saving technology, and improved customer services. Management believes modernization projects will help create a...

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Carrefour Expands Digital Grocery Services Across Europe

ISN Magazine1st June 2026

by ISN Magazine1st June 20260

Carrefour is continuing its investment in digital retail by expanding online grocery services in several European markets. The company is focusing on faster delivery options, improved mobile applications, and personalized shopping experiences. Executives say...