Supermarkets
Ocado Emerges as the Fastest-Growing Grocer as Online Shopping Gains New Momentum
Ocado has recorded a striking surge in sales, making it the fastest-growing grocery retailer in Britain and signalling a renewed appetite for online food shopping. While many analysts once predicted that the growth seen...
Lidl Continues Its Remarkable Surge, Cementing Its Status as Britain’s Fastest-Growing Grocer
Lidl has delivered yet another month of outstanding performance, marking its ninth consecutive period of double-digit sales growth and proving once again that discount retailing is far more than a passing trend. The retailer’s...
Sainsbury’s Enjoys Strong Momentum as Inflation-Conscious Families Adjust Their Baskets
Sainsbury’s has recorded one of its strongest trading periods of the year, posting robust sales growth and strengthening its role as the clear number-two player in British grocery retail. The supermarket has benefitted from...
Tesco Strengthens Its Lead as Shoppers Seek Stability Ahead of Christmas
Tesco has reinforced its position at the top of the British grocery sector, delivering another period of solid sales growth as households prepare for the peak festive trading season. Despite shoppers grappling with stubborn...
Should BOL Foods Expand into Europe? A Missed Opportunity in Spain
BOL Foods, the plant-powered British brand known for its vibrant bowls, soups and shakes, has built a loyal following in the UK. Its emphasis on natural ingredients, convenience and sustainability has positioned it as...
Ocado Secures £262 Million Payout After Kroger Shutters US Fulfilment Sites
Ocado is set to receive a sizeable £262 million compensation payment from its long-standing American partner, Kroger, following the closure of several automated fulfilment centres in the United States. The settlement comes as Kroger...
Lidl Expands Presence in Southern Spain with New High-Efficiency Store in Málaga Province
The discount retail sector continues its strong upward trajectory in Spain, with Lidl opening a new supermarket in Alhaurín de la Torre, Málaga. The store represents an investment of more than €3 million and...
Spain’s Retail Sector Prepares for Major Re-Branding as Nearly 300 Stores Change Identity
Spain is on the brink of one of its most extensive supermarket re-branding efforts in recent years, following an agreement that will see nearly 300 stores transition from one French retail group to another....
A Shift in the UK Grocery Landscape as Major Shareholder Reduces Stake in Sainsbury’s
A Shift in the UK Grocery Landscape as Major Shareholder Reduces Stake in Sainsbury’s The ownership structure of one of the United Kingdom’s largest supermarket chains has undergone a significant change, signalling a shift...
Investigations Into “Misleading Promotions” Target a Major U.S. Grocery Chain
A large national supermarket brand has been accused of confusing or misleading promotional practices. Critics argue that some discounts require multiple purchases, while others involve fluctuating base prices that make true savings unclear. Consumer...