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Greenpeace Demands Release of Plastics Treaty Activists as Talks Near Conclusion
Busan, South Korea, 1 December 2024 – Greenpeace has called for the immediate release of four international activists from Britain, Germany, Taiwan, and Mexico who were detained by South Korean authorities following a peaceful protest...
Bluewater Coffee Revolution Delivers Baristas Elevated Control of Taste and Aroma
Bluewater, Sweden’s pioneering global water purification and beverage brand, this week staged the UK-wide launch of its new groundbreaking Café Station, providing barista artists unmatched mastery of the taste and alluring aromas of each...
Put the AI into Retail – Unlock a smarter future in 2025
Struggling to keep pace with modern retailing? Retail is a fast-paced, ever-changing landscape but Retail Express’ Ed Betts explains a better way of doing things that will make all the difference in the year...
FTC Blocks Kroger-Albertsons Merger: What It Means for the Industry
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has blocked the $25 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, citing concerns about reduced competition and potential price hikes. This proposed merger, which would have created a grocery giant...
Black Friday delivers +40.5% week-on-week footfall boost as cost-conscious shoppers hunt for discounts, according to RetailNext data
Despite dipping -1.7% year-on-year, Black Friday footfall delivered a +40.5% week-on-week boost to UK retailers Fashion was a top performing category, with visits to clothing stores up +0.3% year-on-year and +54.1% compared to the...
UK RETAIL TRAFFIC +4.8% YEAR-ON-YEAR ON BLACK FRIDAY 2024, ACCORDING TO SENSORMATIC SOLUTIONS SHOPPERTRAK ANALYTICS
Total UK in-store traffic on Black Friday (29 Nov 2024) rose +4.8% year-on-year Visits to stores also rose +17% in the week of Black Friday as shoppers sought out discounts Retail parks were the...
Greenpeace challenges petrochemical tanker as Busan plastics treaty talks enter final stage
https://internationalsupermarketnews.com/wp-content/uploads/GP0SU3OIC_Preview.mp4 Video and Images at the Greenpeace Media Library Daesan, South Korea, 30 November 2024 – As the final negotiations for a UN Global Plastics Treaty enter a critical phase in Busan, South Korea...
FTC, Kroger, and Albertsons: Why Blocking the Merger Could Reshape the Retail Industry
For over 40 years, International Supermarket News has analysed the supermarket industry across the globe, witnessing its evolution, its struggles, and its triumphs. We have reported on mergers, bankruptcies, and Under administrations, as well as...
The Struggles of Grocery Retailers in Europe: Why Mergers and Restructuring Are the New Normal
In Europe, grocery retailers and supermarkets are facing a perfect storm of challenges that threaten their ability to thrive in an increasingly complex retail environment. Profit margins in the grocery industry have always been...
Top Cities for January Sales Shopping: Explore the Best Destinations in Europe and the USA
If you’re planning to take advantage of January sales, Europe and the USA offer a wide variety of shopping hotspots where you can snag great deals while enjoying the local culture and sights. From...