Supermarkets
Target Losing Ground to Walmart and Kroger
Once a dominant player in the American retail landscape, Target is facing mounting pressure as Walmart and Kroger pull ahead in both value and volume. While Target maintains a loyal customer base and strong...
Libya’s Retail Sector: A Nation Balancing Tradition and Emerging Modernisation
Libya’s retail industry presents a compelling case of a country balancing deep-rooted shopping traditions with gradual steps toward modernisation. While the economy boasts one of the highest per capita GDPs in North Africa, the...
Ahold Delhaize Hits Record High as U.S. Shoppers Seek Greater Value
By Riad Beladi Ahold Delhaize, the multinational retail group headquartered in the Netherlands, has reached a record high in its share price, reflecting strong performance across its global operations and a decisive strategic shift...
Warning: US Supermarkets Could Face Empty Shelves Soon
American consumers may soon face a stark reality at their local supermarkets: rising prices, reduced availability, and even empty shelves. Retail experts and analysts are sounding the alarm that a new wave of tariffs...
ALDI PLEDGES TO FUND NEW APPRENTICESHIPS FOR PROVIDER TOTAL PEOPLE
New apprenticeship opportunities across Greater Manchester and Cheshire are set to be given a huge boost with a major investment of levy funds by Aldi, to support the creation of new apprenticeship opportunities. ...
Why Are Kroger Executives Leaving? Behind the Exit of CEO Rodney McMullen
The recent departure of Kroger’s long-time CEO Rodney McMullen has raised more questions than answers, leaving both industry insiders and shareholders speculating over the real story behind the leadership shake-up. Announced abruptly in early...
JD.com Enters the UK: A Long-Term Challenge for Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Amazon
The quiet arrival of JD.com, China’s largest retailer, into the United Kingdom may not yet be causing alarm bells to ring across British boardrooms—but it should. With a reputation for rock-bottom pricing, cutting-edge logistics,...
Too Big to Pivot? Why Retail Giants Struggle to Keep Up with Digital Trends
By Riad Beladi | Edited by James Taylor In the fast-moving world of modern retail, size is no longer synonymous with agility. Giants like Walmart, Kroger, and Albertsons may dominate store counts and sales...
Tesco’s Price War to Cut Profits – Why Aldi and Lidl Still Win the Expansion Game
In early May 2025, Tesco, the UK’s largest grocery chain, warned of a potential fall in profits as it doubles down on price-cutting to retain market share. But while Tesco braces for tighter margins,...
Instacart Surges Ahead: Strong Order Growth Despite Macroeconomic Turmoil
In a year marked by rising inflation and economic uncertainty, Instacart has defied market expectations, posting robust order growth and reasserting its position as a leading force in the grocery delivery ecosystem. As traditional...