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Asda Drops Pig Supplier Over Animal Welfare Concerns
British retailer Asda has suspended ties with a Lincolnshire pig farm following claims of animal mistreatment. Although details remain under investigation, the swift action demonstrates Asda’s commitment to maintaining ethical supply chains. The incident...
SPAR Denmark Expands Strategic Presence in High-Footfall Zones
SPAR Denmark is investing in strategic store openings across urban and tourist locations, targeting high-traffic environments. The brand is capitalising on a surge in demand for accessible convenience formats, catering to both local residents...
Netto Labels Shrinkflated Products to Aid Consumer Transparency
Netto is turning the spotlight on shrinkflation by tagging products that have been reduced in size without price cuts. The move has been praised for boosting consumer transparency and reinforcing fairness at the shelf....
Penny Germany Introduces Eco Price Tags Reflecting Real Environmental Cost
Penny has launched a groundbreaking pilot programme where select products are priced with both the market cost and a calculated “true cost” reflecting environmental impact. Items like cheese and fruit now display their carbon,...
German Discounters Drive Down Prices on Everyday Essentials
German Discounters Drive Down Prices on Everyday Essentials Shoppers in Germany are seeing relief at the checkout as discounters including Lidl, Aldi, and Norma announce a wave of price reductions on breakfast staples. Muesli,...
Kaufland Germany Overhauls Management After Hygiene Scandal
Following public backlash over serious hygiene violations uncovered in two German stores, Kaufland has removed senior management at the affected locations. Reports of unsafe storage, vermin, and mould triggered a sharp response from consumers...
Casino France Shifts Gears with Price Cuts and Human Touch
Casino France Shifts Gears with Price Cuts and Human Touch Casino, one of France’s most well-known supermarket groups, has embarked on a radical turnaround strategy. Facing growing competition and economic headwinds, the retailer is...
France’s Mercialys Consolidates Retail Power with Full Supermarket Control
In a bold move reshaping the landscape of French food retail, property giant Mercialys has taken full operational control of a national supermarket portfolio. This strategic consolidation will allow the group to optimise leasing...
British Tourist Dies After Fall at Ibiza Mercadona Car Park
A tragic incident unfolded today when a 25‑year‑old British holidaymaker died following a fall from the car park of a Mercadona supermarket in San Antonio, Ibiza. The event took place around 8 pm, at which...
UK Retail Spending Rises in June Thanks to Heatwave Surge
In a welcome rebound, UK retail sales surged by 3.1% year‑on‑year in June 2025, recovering from a 2.7% drop in May, according to The Guardian. The unseasonal heatwave galvanised shoppers into snapping up electric...