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Albertsons Lays Off Corporate Staff After Kroger Merger Falls Through
By R BELADI, International Supermarket News Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has confirmed layoffs across its corporate and division support workforce following the collapse of its proposed merger with Cincinnati, Ohio-based Kroger. While the merger...
Inside Walmart’s New Home Office: A New Standard for Corporate Spaces
By James Taylor, International Supermarket News Walmart’s much-anticipated New Home Office campus in Bentonville, Arkansas, has officially opened, marking a significant milestone for the company. Designed to enhance collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, the 350-acre...
Can Eggs Be Sustainable and Affordable? A Study Unveils Contradictions in Consumer Preferences
The issue of egg availability is becoming increasingly relevant globally and in Latvia, sparking discussions about production costs, animal welfare, and sustainability. Climate change and the demand for environmentally friendly practices place pressure on...
Exciting Innovations and Opportunities at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025: ISN Reveal
As the global fresh produce industry gears up for FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025, this year’s event, scheduled to take place from February 5-7 in Berlin, promises to be more dynamic than ever. With an array...
MAN UTD, SUBWAY, FIVE GUYS, PRISONS, ARMY AND SCHOOLS FOOD DELIVERY WORKERS FACE ‘P&O STYLE’ FIRE AND REHIRE THREAT
Workers delivering food for Manchester United, Five Guys and Subway face a ‘P&O style’ fire and rehire threat, Unions have warned. Thousands of staff at Bidfood – a company which also delivers food for...
The State of U.S. Retail in 2025: Over 2,000 Store Closures Signal Industry Shift
The U.S. retail landscape in 2025 is undergoing significant transformation as more than 2,000 stores are projected to shutter their doors by the end of the year. This figure marks a slight uptick from...
Kroger Faces Backlash Over Checkout and Pickup Service Issues
In a modern retail environment where convenience and efficiency are paramount, Kroger, one of America’s largest supermarket chains, has found itself under scrutiny. Recent customer complaints highlight a growing dissatisfaction with the retailer’s self-checkout...
Trump to Reinstate TikTok and Facilitate U.S. Ownership on Day One: A Game-Changing Move?
On Monday, as soon as Donald Trump takes office, he plans to reinstate TikTok in the United States and initiate steps for its sale to a U.S.-based company. This move aims to shift control...
Walmart Shareholders Push Back Against DEI Policy Cuts
By R Beladi Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, finds itself at the centre of a heated debate following significant changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The company’s decision to scale back...
Algeria and the United Kingdom: An Economic Honeymoon
By Riad Beladi Editor and market Analyst Algeria appears to be embarking on a new chapter in its international partnerships, one where the United Kingdom stands out as a promising ally. As the ties...