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2025: Will Albertsons Seek a New Merger Partner?
The U.S. grocery industry could face another seismic shift in 2025 as speculation mounts about Albertsons’ next move following the failed merger with Kroger. With both companies forced to shelve their $24.6 billion deal...
2025: A Make-or-Merge Year for British Supermarkets?
As the retail landscape continues to evolve, 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for British supermarkets. With new leadership at the helm of major players like Morrisons and Asda, and ongoing...
Super Saturday footfall rises +0.8% year-on-year, boosted further by early Boxing Day discounting – Sensormatic Solutions
Footfall on Super Saturday (21 Dec 2024) delivers a rise in retail footfall, up +0.8% year-on-year, as last minute-shoppers head in-store With final festive spending set to top £13.3billion, shopper counts on Super Saturday...
November Inflation Rise Could Impact Christmas Spending, But UK Households See Improved Disposable Income”
With Christmas just days away, November’s sharp rise in inflation is expected to dampen festive cheer and limit spending, despite households being in a better financial position compared to last year. November saw a...
The Future of Supermarkets in the USA: A Conversation with James Hardley
In this exclusive interview, Riad Beladi, , speaks with James Hardley, an expert in retail trends and the future of supermarket chains in the USA. As the landscape of the American grocery sector continues...
Riad Beladi Talks with Zara’s Retail Technology Expert: Leveraging AI to Transform Buying and Design Strategies”
Zara, a global leader in fashion retail, has long been recognised for its agile and innovative approach to responding to market trends. The company’s success is built on a rapid turnaround from design to...
Boxing Day footfall to rise +2% year-on-year after stellar Super Saturday weekend for in-store shopper counts – RetailNext
UK shopper traffic is expected to rise +2% year-on-year on Boxing Day (26 December 2024), according to RetailNext’s data This follows a bumper weekend for in-store retailers, with shopper counts rising +3.05% across ‘Panic...
Top Private Label Products Sold in Europe in 2024
Private label products have experienced remarkable success across European markets in 2024, with consumers embracing them for their affordability and quality. This year has seen significant growth and diversification in the private label segment,...
Retail AI That Will Revolutionise the Industry in 2025
As the retail landscape evolves, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept but a critical driver of innovation and competitiveness. By 2025, AI is set to transform the retail industry in unprecedented...
Algeria’s Musical Tapestry: A Journey Through Sound and Innovation
By Jenny Richards and Riad Beladi Culture is the essence of my life. My background is rooted in artistic pursuits—music, performance art, theatre, cooking, painting, and artisanal crafts. Recently, through a close Algerian friend,...