Supermarkets
Ethical Concerns Rise Over “Surveillance Pricing” in Retail
As retailers harness more data-driven tools, concerns have emerged surrounding so-called “surveillance pricing”, in which algorithms adjust prices based on personal data or inferred consumer behaviour. While retailers argue that dynamic pricing allows greater...
Lidl Targets 50 New Stores in Spain as Discounter Momentum Builds
Lidl’s growth trajectory in Spain shows no sign of slowing, with the company announcing plans to open around 50 new stores across the country in 2025. Spain has become one of Lidl’s fastest-growing European...
Lidl Announces Half-Billion-Pound UK Expansion Drive
Lidl has confirmed a substantial £500 million investment to accelerate its UK expansion, underscoring its confidence in the British market despite ongoing cost pressures. The discounter plans to open over 40 new stores, reinforcing...
Kroger’s Closure of Three Automated Warehouses Signals a Strategic Reset
Kroger’s decision to close three of its automated fulfilment centres marks a notable shift in the retailer’s digital strategy. The facilities—originally part of a highly publicised robotics partnership—will cease operations in early 2026 as...
Carrefour’s Power Move: Saadé Family Steps In
Across the Atlantic, Carrefour is undergoing its own seismic shift. The Saadé family, led by shipping magnate Rodolphe Saadé (of CMA CGM), has acquired a 4% stake in the retailer, making them Carrefour’s second-largest...
Kroger vs. Albertsons: The Legal Saga That Won’t Die
The fallout from the failed merger between Kroger and Albertsons continues to reverberate. After their proposed $25 billion tie-up collapsed — blocked by courts on antitrust grounds — both companies have spilled into a...
Walmart’s Leadership Reset: A New Chapter Begins
Walmart, the behemoth of global retail, is embarking on a new era. Doug McMillon, who has been the company’s CEO for more than a decade, will step down on January 31, 2026. In his...
Walmart Under Fire: Pricing, Social, and Regulatory Challenges Shake the Retail Giant
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, finds itself navigating a storm of controversies that touch on pricing accuracy, social responsibility, and regulatory compliance. Recently, the company has come under criticism for pricing discrepancies in some...
Albertsons Innovates with Media, Attracts Investor Attention, Faces Regulatory Challenge
Albertsons Companies is making waves on multiple fronts today, demonstrating that the grocery giant is evolving far beyond its traditional role as a supermarket chain. At the forefront of its strategy, Albertsons has partnered...
Lidl: The Disciplined Competitor Driving Price Wars Across Europe
Lidl, another German discount powerhouse, operates in more than 30 countries and has become one of the fastest-growing food retailers in Europe and the United States. Like Aldi, Lidl focuses on limited assortments and...