Analysis
Why John Lewis is Still Standing: The Formula, the Advertising, and the Spirit of Good Old England
In an era where department stores fall like dominoes and traditional retail is routinely written off, one name continues to stand with pride, purpose, and poise – John Lewis. How, in a climate of...
Carrefour: The Most Strategic Supermarket in the World – Why British Supermarkets Can’t Adapt Its Model
When it comes to supermarket strategies, Carrefour stands out as one of the most strategically sound and successful players in the global retail industry. Over the years, Carrefour has made calculated decisions that have...
US Retail Sales Surge in March as Tariff Fears Drive Preemptive Buying
US Retail Sales Surge in March as Tariff Fears Drive Preemptive Buying Retail sales in the United States rose more than expected in March, driven by a wave of consumer panic-buying aimed at sidestepping...
The Impact of Rising U.S. Retail Prices and Speculation on Trump Tariffs in 2025
The Impact of Rising U.S. Retail Prices and Speculation on Trump Tariffs in 2025 An In-Depth Analysis of U.S. Retail Price Increases and Market Speculation In 2025, U.S. retail prices have been on a...
ISN Investigation: Coffee Prices Climb — But Who’s Really Profiting?
ISN Investigation: Coffee Prices Climb — But Who’s Really Profiting?By Riad Beladi – ISN Investigation Special Report As consumers around the globe brace for yet another price hike on their daily cup of coffee,...
Coffee Chains Under Pressure: Rising Prices and Economic Headwinds Shake the Industry
A perfect storm of economic and environmental factors has jolted the global coffee industry, sending shockwaves through both large and independent operators. Over the past year, a relentless rise in coffee prices, driven by...
Relief for Shoppers: French Retailers and Suppliers Agree on Stable 2025 Prices
Thank goodness—relief is finally on the horizon for French shoppers. After months of tense negotiations, major French supermarket chains have reached agreements with food industry suppliers, securing what the Federation of Commerce and Distribution...
How Much of China’s $500 Billion in Exports to the U.S. Can No Longer Compete?
In 2023, China exported over $500 billion worth of goods to the United States, reinforcing its role as one of America’s largest trading partners. Yet behind this enormous trade figure lies a complex and...
Temu and Alibaba Could See Turnover Shrink Under Trump Tariff Plans
As former U.S. President Donald Trump pushes forward with plans for sweeping import tariffs—including a universal 10% tax on all goods and up to 60% on Chinese products—the pressure is mounting on Chinese e-commerce...
Tariffs on Raw Materials Could Push Up Prices—Even for Goods Made in the USA
American shoppers hoping that domestically produced goods would shield them from rising prices may be in for a surprise. Even products manufactured within the United States could become significantly more expensive if tariffs on...