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Supermarket Price Tricks: The Widespread Practice of Fake Discounts and What Needs to Change
By Riad Beladi In recent years, supermarkets across Europe have faced growing scrutiny for engaging in deceptive pricing tactics designed to mislead consumers. A practice that has become alarmingly common involves retailers artificially inflating...
Where American Celebrities Shop in 2024: A Comprehensive Report
As we navigate through 2024, American celebrities continue to set trends not just with their red carpet looks but also with their everyday shopping habits. From luxury boutiques to trendy streetwear stores, stars are...
USA’s Biggest Bargain Trends in 2024: A Comprehensive Report
As inflation pressures ease and consumer spending rebounds, the concept of “bargains” continues to attract American shoppers. The year 2024 is seeing a heightened focus on value-driven shopping as both economic uncertainty and shifting...
U.S. Inflation: Impact on Food Prices and the 2025 Economic Outlook
As inflation in the United States begins to cool, economists are reassessing the nation’s financial landscape, particularly the effects on food prices. According to J.P. Morgan Research, the probability of a recession by the...
An Old Idea Makes a Comeback: Why It’s the Right Thing to Do, According to ISN
In a world where sustainability is becoming a central focus, some of the most impactful solutions aren’t necessarily new. In fact, one old idea is making a strong comeback—reducing plastic use in supermarkets, particularly...
European Food Ingredients M&A activity shows long-term growth story with fastest growth in developing markets and further consolidation likely
Highlights include: Evolving consumer demands: Formulators face challenges adapting to growing consumer demand for functional benefits, sustainability, and clean-label claims in food products. Fragmented market: The food ingredient industry is diverse, with large corporations...
Plastic Bags in Supermarkets: The UK’s Role in the Global Plastics Treaty
By Denis Martin The UK government made a significant step this week by signing the Bridge to Busan Declaration, aligning with 39 other nations committed to cutting global plastic production. This declaration is a...
European Unified ID (EUID): A Comprehensive Overview and Industry Report for 2024
By James Taylor and Riad Beladi As the digital advertising industry faces growing challenges surrounding data privacy and the phasing out of third-party cookies, the need for new identity solutions is critical. In response,...
Tesco and The Trade Desk expand partnership to offer maximum ad campaign control and optimisation
Marketers can now improve efficiency across all campaigns in their own account by reaching only relevant consumers based on shopping behaviours 26th September, London. Tesco Media and Insight Platform, powered by dunnhumby, has extended its...
The Unaffordable UK: How Rent, Bills, and Low Wages Are Creating a New Class Divide
By Riad Beladi In the United Kingdom today, the cost of living has spiraled out of control for millions of single people and families. For many, 75% of their income goes toward rent, bills,...