Analysis
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...
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...