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Time for Consolidation: Why Mergers Are Inevitable in British Supermarkets
The idea that the British supermarket sector can continue operating in its current fragmented and hyper-competitive form is increasingly difficult to defend. Margin pressure, rising operational costs and shifting consumer behaviour are pushing the...
North Africa’s Supermarket Revolution: Carrefour Leads While Auchan Hesitates
The supermarket landscape in North Africa is undergoing a structural transformation, moving steadily from fragmented traditional retail towards organised modern distribution. This shift is not merely about shopping habits; it reflects deeper economic evolution,...
The Emirates: The Jewel of the Arab World and the Undisputed Centre of Global Trade Shows
In the modern history of global commerce, few nations have risen with the speed, clarity, and determination of the United Arab Emirates. What has been achieved in a remarkably short span of time is...
ISN Magazine Editorial: A Global Benchmark in Retail Intelligence
In an era where information defines competitive advantage, credibility and reach have become the true currency of media. A recent survey conducted by Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC) confirms what many in the industry...
Marks & Spencer Takes Style to Stores Stateside With Fashion Launch in Nordstrom
First time M&S Fashion has been sold in store in the US 1 in 10 customers in the US are aware of M&S as a global Fashion brand, with highest awareness amongst women aged...
Unilever’s Foods business appoints SAMY to develop a unified global influencer strategy
London, 23rd MARCH 2026: Unilever has appointed SAMY, the global social-first agency, to fully develop and activate a global influencer strategy for its Foods business group as it embeds its “many to many”...
International Supermarket News Celebrates 31 Years of Excellence and 25 Years Online
Today marks a significant milestone for International Supermarket News as the publication proudly celebrates 31 years since its creation and 25 years of continuous presence online—serving the global retail industry with dedication, insight, and...
Aldi: The Quiet Power That Is Forcing a Global Reset
Aldi has reached a point where it is no longer simply competing within the retail sector — it is actively reshaping it. What distinguishes Aldi in 2026 is not rapid expansion alone, but the...
Carrefour at a Crossroads: Can Europe’s Retail Giant Keep Its Global Influence?
For decades, Carrefour symbolised the power of the European hypermarket model. The French retail giant helped define modern large-scale grocery retailing, exporting the concept of massive stores offering everything from food to electronics under...
Ramadan in Algiers: A Journey Through Memory, Flavour and Atmosphere
By Riad Beladi Returning home during the holy month of Ramadan is always an emotional experience. For many members of the Algerian diaspora, stepping again onto the streets of Algiers during this sacred period...