Supermarkets
Asda Starts Growing Again – What a Relief for the UK Grocery Market
After more than two years of declining sales, Asda is finally showing signs of recovery. For many people in the retail industry, this is welcome news. It is encouraging to see one of Britain’s...
B&M completes POS rollout across 790+ UK stores to improve operational agility and enhance CX in partnership with PMC
Abingdon, UK — Value retailer, B&M, has partnered with commerce technology specialist, PMC, to deploy a modernised Point of Sale (POS) solution spanning hardware and software across its entire estate to modernise store operations,...
Why E.Leclerc Remains France’s Number One Supermarket
While competition among French supermarkets continues to intensify, E.Leclerc has maintained its position as the country’s largest grocery retailer. The company’s success comes at a time when shoppers are paying closer attention to prices...
Mercadona Sets the Pace as Spain’s Grocery Market Evolves
Mercadona is reinforcing its position as Spain’s leading supermarket chain, but its continued growth is also changing the way competitors operate. As the retailer invests in new stores, logistics and private label products, rival...
French Competition Authority Approves Auchan–Intermarché Supermarket Deal
France’s competition authority has approved the sale of 167 Auchan supermarkets and hypermarkets to Intermarché and Netto, allowing one of the biggest supermarket transactions in the country to move forward. The agreement follows months...
Sainsbury’s Expands Nectar Rewards Through Uber Eats
Sainsbury’s has expanded its partnership with Uber Eats, allowing customers to collect Nectar points when ordering groceries through the delivery app. The move is designed to give shoppers more flexibility while rewarding them for...
Is Kroger Preparing for a Massive Workforce Reduction?
Speculation surrounding Kroger’s long-term workforce strategy has intensified after claims circulated on social media suggesting the US grocery giant could significantly reduce its corporate workforce by 2028. According to an industry consultant, who requested...
The Invisible Shield: How Ahold Delhaize and Spar are Fighting to Stay Human
By Pieter de Jong, Tech & European Retail Trendspotter How do you survive when a juggernaut is marching toward your front door? That is the question keeping the executives at Ahold Delhaize and Spar...
Mercadona’s Private Label Success Is Redefining Supermarket Retail in Europe
Mercadona has built one of Europe’s most successful supermarket businesses by following a strategy that differs from many of its competitors. While other retailers continue to balance national brands with own-label products, the Spanish...
Ahold Delhaize Strengthens Animal Welfare Strategy as Consumer Expectations Continue to Rise
Animal welfare has moved from being a niche concern to becoming a mainstream purchasing factor for millions of European consumers. Recognising this shift, Ahold Delhaize continues to strengthen its animal welfare commitments across its...