Supermarkets
Kroger and Albertsons: The Consolidation That Never Was
The long-discussed merger between Kroger and Albertsons, valued at around 24.6 billion dollars, may have been blocked, but its shadow still hangs over the American supermarket industry. The proposed deal, which would have created...
UK: Asda and the Return of the Price War
Asda, one of the UK’s largest supermarket chains, continues to face mounting challenges as competition intensifies and inflationary pressures reshape consumer behaviour. The retailer’s market share slipped to around 11.8% in the 12 weeks...
UK: Tesco Strengthens While Inflation Bites
Tesco continues to reinforce its position as the UK’s leading supermarket, with its market share climbing to 28.3% for the 12 weeks ending 5 October 2025, representing a 0.7 percentage point increase year-on-year, according...
Kroger’s Retail Media Strategy: Transforming Advertising for the Modern Consumer
Kroger, one of the United States’ largest grocery retailers, is taking bold steps to redefine its approach to retail media and advertising. Recognising the rapid growth of digital and retail media platforms, the company...
Aldi vs Walmart: The Price War That Could Change American Shopping
When it comes to bargains, American shoppers have long turned to Walmart — the undisputed king of low prices. But in recent years, a quiet challenger has been growing stronger: Aldi. Known for its...
Why the FTC Won’t Let Kroger Rival Walmart
Protection of Consumer or Other Political Issue? The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) decision to block the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons has reignited one of the most important debates in the American retail...
Interview: James Taylor, French Editor at ISN, Talks to Jean-Michel Le Marchand, Former Dairy Buyer at Carrefour France
Interview: James Taylor, French Editor at ISN, Talks to Jean-Michel Le Marchand, Former Dairy Buyer at Carrefour France, About the Challenges of Sourcing, Supplier Certifications, and Distribution Across Over 2,000 Carrefour Stores in France...
Europe’s Cheapest Supermarkets in 2025: A Country-by-Country Comparison
Europe’s Cheapest Supermarkets in 2025: A Country-by-Country Comparison As grocery prices continue to rise across Europe, consumers are increasingly seeking affordable shopping options. Discount chains like Aldi and Lidl maintain their stronghold in many...
Kroger and Albertsons: What Comes After the Broken Deal?
The long-anticipated merger between Kroger and Albertsons—once billed as a transformation that would reshape the American supermarket landscape—has now evolved into a complex post-merger standoff that continues to dominate retail headlines. What began as...
Walmart Now Selling a Humanoid Robot — Retail’s Next Frontier
Walmart has quietly listed the Unitree G1 humanoid robot for sale on its U.S. website, priced at US $21,600 with free shipping and a six-unit purchase cap per customer. This move signals an intriguing...
