Analysis
Britain Must Return to Manufacturing – The Legacy of Adam Smith Demands It
By Riad Beladi, ISN Analyst – ISN Reveal Once the beating heart of the Industrial Revolution, Britain now finds itself adrift in a global economy that demands production, not just consumption. The nation that...
Home Bargains Opens £400 Million Automated Warehouse, Pioneering Retail Logistics
Home Bargains has inaugurated a new £400 million automated warehouse in St Helens, designed to support its network of 300 stores. The facility features cutting-edge automation technology, with 80% of operations automated, positioning it...
Walmart vs. Kroger: Who Really Offers the Best Value for Weekly Groceries?
By James Taylor | International Supermarket News Over the past two weeks, I set out to compare two of America’s most prominent grocery retailers—Walmart and Kroger—by replicating the same weekly shopping trip at both...
Mondelez Sues Aldi Over Look-Alike Snack Packaging — But Can They Win?
ISN Reveal by Riad Beladi By Riad Beladi, Edited by James Taylor Is it Wheat Thins or Thin Wheat? Nutter Butters or Peanut Butter Crème Filled Cookies? Nilla Wafers or simply Vanilla Wafers? To...
Why Taking Over All of Carrefour Is Impossible — But Expansion in Select Countries Remains Viable
Recent reports that Ahold Delhaize held preliminary talks to acquire French retail giant Carrefour have reignited discussion around consolidation in Europe’s grocery sector. However, the idea of a full acquisition — taking over the...
UK Retail Sales Rebound: A Sign of Real Recovery?
In a welcome shift for the UK’s high streets and shopping centres, the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal a third consecutive month of growth in retail sales, sparking renewed...
Supermarkets Welcome UK-EU Trade Deal Boost and What It Means for Food Exports
UK-EU Trade Deal Brings Relief to Supermarkets and Food Exporters A new UK-EU trade agreement focused on food and drink has delivered much-needed relief to British supermarkets, food producers, and grocery exporters. After years...
From Field to Supermarket – The Journey of Coffee and the Forces Behind Its Pricing
Coffee, the world’s most beloved beverage, follows a complex journey from its origins in tropical fields to supermarket shelves worldwide. This journey involves several critical steps that include cultivation, processing, exportation, roasting, and retail....
Global Food Waste: A Preventable Crisis – Sainsbury’s Shows the Way Forward By Riad Beladi | ISN Reveal
Food waste is one of the greatest paradoxes of our time. On one hand, nearly 800 million people around the world go to bed hungry each night. On the other, roughly 10% of all...
Exploring the Japanese Supermarket Scene: Top Chains, Shopping Trends, and What’s in the Cart
Japan’s grocery shopping landscape is a unique blend of tradition and innovation, with modern supermarkets offering an impressive selection of products while still respecting the country’s culinary traditions. From bustling urban centers like Tokyo...