Supermarkets
Why Costco Might Be Losing Its Edge
Costco has long been seen as one of the most dependable retailers in the world, known for bulk bargains, loyal customers, and a no-frills business model. But recently, signs are emerging that all is...
Kroger and Albertsons in 2025: Realigning Strategies Post-Merger Block
A few months after the U.S. Federal Trade Commission blocked the proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons, both companies are steering their respective ships through a period of reassessment. With...
East of England Co-op moves closer to zero food waste goal, saving 1.8 million meals from landfill in 2024 with Retail Insight partnership
East of England Co-op has moved closer to its goal of eliminating edible food waste by 2030 by working with Retail Insight, the leading provider of in-store execution software. Last year, Retail Insight’s AI-powered...
The Shifting Landscape of UK Supermarkets: The Battle for Consumer Loyalty
The UK grocery market is a battleground where retailers cater to distinct consumer preferences, ranging from premium shoppers to value-driven buyers. With a wide spectrum of options, the competition is not simply about products;...
Walmart’s “Customer First” Strategy Fires Growth Like an Arrow
Walmart has once again proven why it sits at the top of the global retail game: by putting customers first and placing profits second, the retail giant is accelerating ahead of competitors like an...
Supermarket Retail Growth: Global Insights
Supermarket Retail Growth: Global Insights By Riad Beladi, Retail Analyst Specialising in Supermarket Development With over 30 years of experience analysing the retail and supermarket sectors, I have followed the evolution of supermarkets since...
Global Food Waste: A Preventable Crisis – Sainsbury’s Shows the Way Forward By Riad Beladi | ISN Reveal
Food waste is one of the greatest paradoxes of our time. On one hand, nearly 800 million people around the world go to bed hungry each night. On the other, roughly 10% of all...
Walmart’s Basket Fee Returns: Strategic Cost-Cutting or Risky PR Gamble?
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, is making headlines again—this time not for a new store format or technology rollout, but for quietly reinstating a $6.99 “basket fee” on grocery delivery and pickup orders under...
Supermarket Fashion on the Rise: Tesco Expands F&F Online to Meet Soaring Demand
Once seen as a quick add-on during the weekly grocery run, supermarket fashion has now stepped confidently into the spotlight—and Tesco is leading the charge. With the launch of F&F Online on Tesco.com and...
Aldi USA: The Best Strategy for Growth – The Silent Giant With the Secret Recipe
In the ever-shifting landscape of American retail, where legacy chains scramble to adapt and newcomers rise and fall, one name continues to expand with quiet precision and remarkable consistency — Aldi USA. With no...