Supermarkets
Kaufland Germany Overhauls Management After Hygiene Scandal
Following public backlash over serious hygiene violations uncovered in two German stores, Kaufland has removed senior management at the affected locations. Reports of unsafe storage, vermin, and mould triggered a sharp response from consumers...
Casino France Shifts Gears with Price Cuts and Human Touch
Casino France Shifts Gears with Price Cuts and Human Touch Casino, one of France’s most well-known supermarket groups, has embarked on a radical turnaround strategy. Facing growing competition and economic headwinds, the retailer is...
New Red Leicester Quavers Debut Across UK Shelves
A brand-new Red Leicester‑flavoured Quavers crisp has made a long‑awaited return to UK supermarket aisles today, thrilling snack fans up and down the country. After a three‑year hiatus, this tangy twist on the iconic...
DIA and BP Unite to Launch Supermarkets at Petrol Stations
Spanish supermarket chain DIA and energy giant BP are joining forces in a new strategic alliance that blends food retail and fuel convenience. Starting September 2025, the two companies will pilot ten co-branded stores...
M&S Enters Australian Fashion Market Through Exclusive Partnership with David Jones
Marks & Spencer has taken a bold step in expanding its international footprint by launching its first-ever international fashion wholesale partnership with Australia’s premium department store, David Jones. This strategic alliance marks a major...
Tesco to Open Europe’s Largest Automated Distribution Centre – A Bold £1 Billion Investment at London Gateway
Tesco has announced a landmark £1 billion investment in a new, state-of-the-art automated distribution centre at DP World London Gateway, signalling a major leap forward in British retail logistics. The 1.2 million square foot...
What Lies Behind the Price Tag: Understanding Supermarket Overheads – ISN Reveal
When a shopper places a product in their supermarket trolley, they may assume the majority of what they pay goes directly to the supplier or producer. However, behind every £1 spent lies a complex...
Kroger: The Fight Continues
In the shifting battlefield of American retail, Kroger is no longer just competing — it is fighting for survival. From small-town neighbourhood markets to nationwide titans like Walmart and Amazon, the once-invincible grocery giant...
When the Giant Shrinks – Kroger’s Quiet Retreat and the Merger That Never Was
It begins not with fanfare, but with a flickering fluorescent light and a “store closing” sign hung with quiet resignation. For loyal customers and longtime employees, the announcement feels less like a corporate manoeuvre...
Marketing in 2025: Supermarkets Don’t Need a Campaign—Just a Daring Product
In 2025, supermarket marketing is being redefined—not by multimillion-pound advertising budgets or celebrity endorsements, but by a single, clever idea on the shelf. This year, Marks & Spencer reminded the industry of a timeless...