Supermarkets
Walmart’s Grip on U.S. Grocery Spending Remains Firm as Kroger Edges Costco
A new report from research firm Numerator highlights the continuing dominance of Walmart in the U.S. grocery sector, where the retail powerhouse commands more than 20% of total food spending. In practical terms, one...
Jewel Lawsuit Could Unlock Mystery Behind Sudden Exit of Kroger’s Chief Executive
When Rodney McMullen abruptly stepped down as Chief Executive of Kroger in March, after nearly fifty years with the grocer, industry watchers were left stunned. The company explained only that his “personal conduct” had...
Albertsons Powers Growth with Triple-Threat Strategy: Digital Loyalty, Retail Media, and Fresh-Focused Merchandising
Albertsons Companies is entering a new growth phase after its proposed merger with Kroger came to a halt. Instead of slowing down, the supermarket giant is accelerating its own vision for the future —...
Kroger Settles Lawsuit with C&S Wholesale Grocers: A Confidential Resolution Following Failed Albertsons Merger
In a significant legal turn in the U.S. grocery retail sector, Kroger has reached a confidential settlement with C&S Wholesale Grocers, closing the chapter on a high-profile lawsuit tied to the collapse of Kroger’s...
Interview with Riad Beladi – ISN’s Own Analyst on Why Some Supermarkets Win and Others Disappear
By Emma Carter For over three decades, Riad Beladi has been one of the sharpest observers of the retail and supermarket landscape. As an analyst, journalist, and interviewer, he has spoken with some of...
Europe’s Cheapest Supermarkets: 2025 Price Leaders
In a continent where grocery costs have climbed steadily over the past few years, price-conscious shoppers are increasingly selective about where they buy their weekly essentials. Discount chains and value-focused retailers have solidified their...
Retail Technology and Customer Experience Mean Nothing Without Quality and Value
In recent years, the retail sector has been flooded with innovations promising to transform the way people shop. From self-checkout kiosks and AI-powered recommendations to interactive advertising screens and personalised offers, supermarkets have invested...
Tesco Slammed Over ‘Failure to Act’ on Bullying Allegations
The GMB union has criticised Tesco for its failure to address a collective grievance submitted by 16 workers at a West London store, several months after it was formally raised. The grievance, submitted in...
FDA Issues Highest Alert Over Popular Nut Recall – Global Stores Affected
FDA Issues Class 1 Recall on Popular Nut Brand Amid Global Food Safety Concerns The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued its most severe recall alert — a Class 1 warning — after...
Aldi USA: The Silent Mover Shaping a New Retail Model
There are queues forming outside newly opened Aldi stores across the United States – not for the latest gadget, nor for a celebrity appearance, but for grocery shopping. Not since the golden age of...