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Put the AI into Retail – Unlock a smarter future in 2025

ISN Magazine30th November 2024

by ISN Magazine30th November 20240

Struggling to keep pace with modern retailing? Retail is a fast-paced, ever-changing landscape but Retail Express’ Ed Betts explains a better way of doing things that will make all the difference in the year...

FTC Blocks Kroger-Albertsons Merger: What It Means for the Industry

ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 2024

by ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 20240

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has blocked the $25 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, citing concerns about reduced competition and potential price hikes. This proposed merger, which would have created a grocery giant...

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Black Friday delivers +40.5% week-on-week footfall boost as cost-conscious shoppers hunt for discounts, according to RetailNext data

ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 2024

by ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 20240

Despite dipping -1.7% year-on-year, Black Friday footfall delivered a +40.5% week-on-week boost to UK retailers Fashion was a top performing category, with visits to clothing stores up +0.3% year-on-year and +54.1% compared to the...

UK RETAIL TRAFFIC +4.8% YEAR-ON-YEAR ON BLACK FRIDAY 2024, ACCORDING TO SENSORMATIC SOLUTIONS SHOPPERTRAK ANALYTICS

ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 2024

by ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 20240

Total UK in-store traffic on Black Friday (29 Nov 2024) rose +4.8% year-on-year Visits to stores also rose +17% in the week of Black Friday as shoppers sought out discounts Retail parks were the...

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Greenpeace challenges petrochemical tanker as Busan plastics treaty talks enter final stage

ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 2024

by ISN Magazine30th November 202430th November 20240

https://internationalsupermarketnews.com/wp-content/uploads/GP0SU3OIC_Preview.mp4 Video and Images at the Greenpeace Media Library Daesan, South Korea, 30 November 2024 – As the final negotiations for a UN Global Plastics Treaty enter a critical phase in Busan, South Korea...

FTC, Kroger, and Albertsons: Why Blocking the Merger Could Reshape the Retail Industry

ISN Magazine29th November 202429th November 2024

by ISN Magazine29th November 202429th November 20240

For over 40 years, International Supermarket News has analysed the supermarket industry across the globe, witnessing its evolution, its struggles, and its triumphs. We have reported on mergers, bankruptcies, and Under administrations, as well as...

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The Struggles of Grocery Retailers in Europe: Why Mergers and Restructuring Are the New Normal

ISN Magazine28th November 2024

by ISN Magazine28th November 20240

In Europe, grocery retailers and supermarkets are facing a perfect storm of challenges that threaten their ability to thrive in an increasingly complex retail environment. Profit margins in the grocery industry have always been...

Top Cities for January Sales Shopping: Explore the Best Destinations in Europe and the USA

ISN Magazine28th November 2024

by ISN Magazine28th November 20240

If you’re planning to take advantage of January sales, Europe and the USA offer a wide variety of shopping hotspots where you can snag great deals while enjoying the local culture and sights. From...

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The Shift in Retail: Layoffs, E-commerce, and the Globalisation Challenge

ISN Magazine28th November 2024

by ISN Magazine28th November 20240

Retail as we know it is undergoing a seismic transformation. Despite global consumption steadily rising, the traditional brick-and-mortar retail model is faltering, with major retailers downsizing staff as e-commerce takes centre stage. This shift,...

Tech Industry Layoffs and the Surge of AI: A Workforce Revolution

ISN Magazine28th November 2024

by ISN Magazine28th November 20240

The tech industry is undergoing a seismic transformation as major companies like Google, Cisco, and Intel implement significant layoffs. These reductions, which have impacted tens of thousands of employees, highlight the shifting priorities of...