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A Treasury and Fiscal Structure Supporting National Stability
Algeria maintained a fully functioning treasury supported by an organised tax system. Duties were collected on agricultural output, maritime activity and international trade. Customs revenues from major ports strengthened public finances, enabling the state...
U.S. Clothing Retailers See Strong October Sales Amid Pre-Holiday Surge
U.S. clothing and apparel retailers experienced robust growth in October 2025, as shoppers ramped up spending ahead of the holiday season. According to the NRF/CNBC Retail Monitor, overall retail sales climbed 0.6% month-over-month, with...
AI, Micro-Fulfillment, and Loyalty Innovations Reshape U.S. Retail in 2025
New York, USA – The U.S. retail landscape is undergoing a major transformation in 2025, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), micro-fulfillment centers (MFCs), and innovative loyalty programs. Industry analysts predict these technologies...
Lidl UK Surpasses Health-Focused Product Goals Ahead of Schedule
In a retail sector often dominated by price wars and discount-driven strategies, Lidl UK has achieved a notable milestone: the chain has surpassed its own targets for the sales of healthier, plant-based, and “better-for-you”...
Amazon and Whole Foods Push for Deeper Integration in Grocery Operations
In a strategic move that underscores the evolving relationship between digital platforms and brick-and-mortar retail, Whole Foods Market, the premium grocery chain owned by Amazon, is seeking closer integration with its parent company’s broader...
Local Burger Chain Closes Final Store After Nearly 50 Years
A beloved local burger chain has closed its final store, ending a nearly 50-year presence in the community. Established decades ago, the chain was known for its signature burgers, friendly service, and strong ties...
Walmart, Kroger, and Albertsons Face Headwinds as SNAP Delays Hit Consumer Spending
Walmart, Kroger, and Albertsons — three of America’s largest grocery chains — are facing renewed pressure as recent delays and disruptions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) threaten to dent sales and weaken...
Tesco orders 750 electric delivery vans to decarbonise home delivery
Tesco has placed an order for 750 MAXUS eDELIVER 9 electric vans as part of a long-term plan to move its home-delivery fleet to electric vehicles by 2030. The order is the largest single...
Walmart: Steady Trading and Bold Technology
Walmart in the United States begins September with a straightforward message: stores remain open on Labour Day, with normal hours. Reliability remains its calling card. Yet beneath that everyday stability lies a major technological...
Netto Labels Shrinkflated Products to Aid Consumer Transparency
Netto is turning the spotlight on shrinkflation by tagging products that have been reduced in size without price cuts. The move has been praised for boosting consumer transparency and reinforcing fairness at the shelf....