ISN Magazine – Page 55 – International Supermarket News

Bluewater Superpowers Tap Water as Microplastics Invade Everyday Beverages

ISN Magazine27th August 2025

by ISN Magazine27th August 20250

Stockholm, Sweden – A groundbreaking new UK study has revealed that microplastics are present in virtually every type of beverage we consume daily –from coffee and tea to juice, fizzy drinks, and bottled water...

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Big Inflation Ahead: Should We Be Worried?

ISN Magazine25th August 202525th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 202525th August 20250

Concerns over global inflation are once again dominating headlines, with economists and major banks warning that a new wave of price pressures may be on the horizon. After a period of relative stability in...

The Future of ESL: Where Electronic Shelf Labels Must Evolve in Retail Technology

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) have already proven their value in retail by automating price changes, cutting labour costs, and improving accuracy. But as retail technology advances, ESL systems must evolve into smart, multi-functional platforms...

If the Kroger–Albertsons Merger Had Gone Ahead: A New Battlefront with Walmart

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

The Federal Trade Commission’s decision to block the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons was one of the most consequential rulings in U.S. retail history. But what if the deal had gone ahead? How...

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U.S. Food Industry Pushes Back Against Tariffs

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

The American food sector is sounding alarms over new tariffs introduced this summer, warning that the measures could drive up prices for consumers and strain already fragile supply chains. Supermarkets, wholesalers, and restaurants are...

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Walmart Holds Its Lead in Grocery Spending as Kroger Overtakes Costco

ISN Magazine25th August 202525th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 202525th August 20250

A new industry report has reaffirmed Walmart’s dominance in U.S. grocery spending, showing that the retail giant still accounts for over one-fifth of all grocery dollars spent nationwide. However, the report also revealed an...

Beloved New York Supermarket Chain to Close All Stores

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

Shoppers in New York were left shocked this week as news broke that a well-known local supermarket chain will shut down all of its stores simultaneously. The closure marks the end of an era...

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Aldi Accelerates U.S. Expansion with 225 New Stores Planned for 2025

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

Aldi has announced one of its most ambitious expansion strategies in recent years, confirming that more than 225 new stores will open across the United States before the end of 2025. This move highlights...

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Lidl’s Middle Aisle: A Retail Phenomenon That Keeps Growing

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

The famous “middle aisle” at Lidl continues to capture shoppers’ imagination, with this week’s launch of discounted home and garden products drawing strong footfall. From mop heads to heavily discounted vacuum cleaners, the promotions...

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Aldi’s Price Promise Challenges Rivals with Big Savings

ISN Magazine25th August 2025

by ISN Magazine25th August 20250

Aldi has once again turned up the pressure on mainstream rivals, claiming its customers could save as much as AUD 3,000 a year by switching from traditional supermarket chains. The retailer revealed a 16.8%...