Supermarkets
Top 10 High-Margin Product Categories for Supermarkets – ISN Reveal
As the global retail landscape evolves, supermarkets are continuously seeking ways to maximize profitability. One of the most effective strategies for boosting margins lies in the selection of product categories that offer higher returns....
FTC’s Block of Kroger Albertsons Merger: Policing Businesses or Protecting Consumers?
The possible decision by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to block the merger between Kroger and Albertsons could become a turning point in how regulators approach future deals involving large corporations. The case is...
FTC: Can It Stop the Kroger-Albertsons Merger?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is currently evaluating the proposed merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons, valued at approximately $24.6 billion. This potential merger has raised significant concerns about its impact on competition...
Asda Goes Trendy with Uniform Overhaul
Asda Goes Trendy with Uniform Overhaul: A Fresh Look for 2026 In its first major redesign in over 12 years, Asda has launched a six-week trial of a new uniform for its store colleagues....
Kroger and Albertsons Merger: A New Grocery Powerhouse with 20-25% Market Share
Update The proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons promises to reshape the U.S. grocery landscape. Together, these two supermarket giants would command approximately 20-25% of the grocery market, positioning them as a direct challenger...
Central Co-op renews partnership with Retail Insight, continuing to tackle food waste with its WasteInsight solution
Central Co-op has renewed its partnership with Retail Insight, the leading provider of in-store execution software, for an additional three years, as it looks to continue to tackle food waste as part of its sustainable retailing...
Russia’s Supermarkets: A World of Choice, Quality, and Affordability
Russia’s supermarkets have become a shining example of how a nation can thrive and offer its citizens a wide variety of food and grocery products, even in the face of international sanctions. With more...
FTC’s Attempt to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger Overlooks Consumer Gains, ISN Survey Finds
Correction: FTC’s Attempt to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger In a previous report, ISN stated that the FTC has blocked the Kroger-Albertsons merger. We would like to clarify that the FTC is attempting to block the...
Trump and Harris Promise to Lower Food Costs But Trump May Have the Edge in Winning Over Voters
As the race for the U.S. presidency intensifies, both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have turned their focus toward an issue that is top of mind for millions of Americans: the rising cost of...
USA Dock Strike Causes Panic Buying: Supermarkets Emptied as Consumers Fear Shortages
USA Dock Strike Causes Panic Buying: Supermarkets Emptied as Consumers Fear Shortages As dockworkers across major U.S. ports begin industrial action, supermarkets are witnessing waves of panic buying, leading to empty shelves and disrupted...