Supermarkets
Retail Technology Show: London Strengthens Its Position as a Retail Tech Centre
First day at the show set the tone for what would become a highly successful edition of the Retail Technology Show, hosted at ExCeL London. From the moment the doors opened, there was a...
Walmart Refreshes Private Label Strategy — But Tesco Still Sets the Benchmark
The decision by Walmart to modernise its flagship private label range marks a significant moment in the evolution of global retail branding. With its Great Value line touching the majority of American households, any...
Supermarkets Caught Between Costs and Consumers
Retailers are currently trapped in a difficult position. On one side, logistics, transport, and energy costs continue to rise, driven by geopolitical tensions and fragile supply chains. On the other, consumers—already under pressure from...
Millennials lead demand for ‘third space’ retail: 6 in 10 want community and commerce baked into physical shopping experiences – RTS
London, UK — The growing demand for retail stores to deliver ‘third space’ environments, which seamlessly combine community and commerce, is being driven by Millennials, according to new figures from the Retail Technology Show...
Waitrose enters airport retail for the first time at Heathrow Airport
Waitrose products will launch in four new RELAY stores in Terminal 2 First store due to open in May 2026 Supports Waitrose strategy to grow across shops, new locations and channels Waitrose is...
John Lewis and Rejina Pyo Reunite for Spring/Summer 2026 Collection
British retailer John Lewis has renewed its creative partnership with designer Rejina Pyo, unveiling a second exclusive collaboration for Spring/Summer 2026. The 29-piece collection is now available online and across five of the retailer’s...
Albertsons Under Pressure: Price Wars with Walmart, Amazon and Kroger Expose Structural Weakness
Albertsons has issued a weaker-than-expected annual sales forecast, sending a clear signal to the market: the company is struggling to compete in an increasingly aggressive and price-driven US grocery sector. Shares fell around 4%...
Bakers Basco doubles down on tracking capability in Northern Ireland, as Belfast emerges as a hotspot for bakery delivery equipment misuse
London, Bakers Basco, the membership scheme formed by the UK’s leading plant bakers to manage and protect shared bakery equipment has doubled its tracking capabilities across Ireland as new figures reveal a rise in...
Tesco Unveils AI Assistant Trial to Support Store Colleagues
Tesco has taken a significant step forward in its digital transformation strategy by launching a large-scale trial of an AI-powered assistant aimed at supporting store colleagues and improving customer service. The initiative, currently being...
Grocery Prices Fall: A Turning Point for Consumers and Retailers?
In recent months, grocery prices across several major markets have begun to show signs of decline, offering a welcome reprieve for consumers who have endured years of persistent food inflation. After a prolonged period...