Supermarkets
A Note on Imitators: Protecting the Integrity of International Supermarket News
A Note on Imitators: Protecting the Integrity of International Supermarket NewsBy Riad Beladi, Editor In the evolving landscape of trade media, credibility is everything. So it’s disappointing—though not surprising—to see a newly created entity...
Doug McMillon and Walmart: Steering Change with Quiet Power
Doug McMillon presides over Walmart at a moment of bold transformation—anchored in AI leadership, operational efficiency, and a commitment to affordable pricing. His balanced leadership style is steering Walmart into the future, not through...
Tesco’s New Era: Can Ashwin Prasad Navigate the Next Price War?
As Tesco opens a new chapter under the leadership of Ashwin Prasad, questions naturally surface about how the UK’s largest grocery retailer will defend its position in a tightening retail environment. The appointment signals...
Kroger and Albertsons – The Unravelling of a Retail Power Play
This week marks a turning point in what was once hailed as the most ambitious merger in the American grocery sector. The proposed union between Kroger and Albertsons has not only collapsed under regulatory...
A GAME OF TWO HALVES – NOW AVAILABLE IN PIZZA FORM AT ASDA Asda serves up the ultimate Half & Half Pizza for Sunday’s big game
To celebrate the biggest football showdown of the summer, Asda has launched a delicious way to celebrate, serving up “Half & Half” pizzas at its Pizza Counters nationwide. Set to hit the back of...
Exclusive Brands: The Retail Strategy Bringing Shoppers Back
Retailers are increasingly turning to exclusive brands as a strategy to stand out in a highly competitive marketplace. With price and convenience no longer enough to secure loyalty, stores like Walmart, Target, and Amazon...
How to Get Your Product into a New Supermarket Chain in a New Country
1. Research the Target Market Thoroughly Understanding the market is essential before making any move. Consumer behaviour: What do local shoppers want? Are there cultural preferences or dietary restrictions? Retail landscape: Who are the...
Alexandre Bompard Rejects Social VAT Proposal, Calls for Fairer Economic Measures
Alexandre Bompard Rejects Social VAT Proposal, Calls for Fairer Economic Measures – ISN Reveal By Riad Beladi – Editor: James Taylor At the Rencontres Économiques d’Aix-en-Provence 2025, Alexandre Bompard, President and CEO of Carrefour...
Walmart Shows Retail at Its Best – Helping Where It Matters Most
By Riad Beladi, Analyst At a time when families across the globe are feeling the pinch from inflation, rising education costs, and economic uncertainty, Walmart has once again demonstrated what it means to be...
Aldi USA’s Seamless Leadership Shift: Atty McGrath Steps In with Confidence
Aldi USA’s Seamless Leadership Shift: Atty McGrath Steps In with Confidence Aldi USA is proving once again that smooth leadership transitions are not only possible—they can be strategic. As the discount grocery chain continues...