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Merger landscape in U.S. supermarkets: what comes next?
The proposed Kroger‑Albertsons merger — valued at roughly $24.6 billion — was formally challenged by the FTC on the grounds that it would reduce competition, raise prices for consumers and weaken worker bargaining power. Supermarket...
Branding Fruit and Vegetables in an Era of Changed Advertising
By Riad Beladi. Edited by James Taylor In an age when digital platforms dominate communication and consumer attention spans are measured in seconds, branding fruit and vegetables has become both an art and a...
Albertsons sees fresh institutional investment as shareholder base expands
Albertsons has registered a notable uptick in institutional investment, as the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio reported acquiring some 152,836 shares — valued at approximately US$3.3 million — in the second quarter of...
Walmart revives major holiday deal phases for 2025
Walmart has announced that its 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals will return in a two-phase format starting 14 November, reflecting the retailer’s strategy to drive earlier seasonal engagement and volume. The first...
Kroger attracts major institutional investment ahead of FY2025 guidance —
Kroger has drawn heightened attention from the investor community, as institutional investor iA Global Asset Management Inc. disclosed a 26.6 % increase in its holding of Kroger shares during the second quarter. The firm’s...
Asda sells Leon chain back to co-founder
Asda has confirmed the sale of the fast-casual chain Leon back to its co-founder, John Vincent. The deal covers 46 Leon restaurants and 20 UK franchise sites, as well as three in the Netherlands...
Sainsbury’s unveils Christmas television advert featuring Roald Dahl character
Sainsbury’s has released its 2025 Christmas television advert, drawing on Roald Dahl’s imaginative characters to promote its festive offering and Taste the Difference range. The campaign centres on a much-loved Dahl figure, using a...
Tesco trials in-store measurement technology to monitor digital-screen engagement
Tesco has launched a trial to measure how shoppers interact with digital screens in selected stores, a move that could sharpen the retailer’s in-store communication and media planning as retail continues to embrace data-driven...
Millions of UK consumers warned about PFAS threat in their tap water as Bluewater urges prompt government action
Stockholm, – Bluewater, a world leader in advanced water purification and beverage solutions, has called for greater public awareness and government action in the United Kingdom following a BBC investigation revealing that more than...
Cross-Border Growth: Eastern European Retailers Expand Abroad
Eastern European supermarket chains are taking confident steps onto the international stage. Poland’s leading discount retailer, Biedronka, has extended its operations into Slovakia — marking a significant milestone in its regional expansion strategy. This...