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ISN Research Case Study (2026): Consumer Choice in UK Grocery Retail — Price vs Experience in the Age of Retail Technology
A Survey of 200 Middle-Income Shoppers Executive Summary This ISN case study examines how middle-income consumers are likely to behave in 2026 when choosing between two competing retail models: A low-cost, value-driven supermarket model...
Ashwin Prasad Calls for Stronger Industry Action on Youth Employment at IGD Event
The Institute of Grocery Distribution hosted its “Feeding Britain’s Future”, bringing together senior leaders from across the UK food and drink industry to address the growing challenge of youth unemployment and the sector’s responsibility...
Marks & Spencer Appoints John Hunt as New Chief Digital and Technology Officer Amid Ongoing Transformation
Marks & Spencer has announced a significant leadership appointment that marks another step in its ongoing digital transformation journey. John Hunt will be joining the business as Chief Digital and Technology Officer this summer,...
North African Retail Market Report (2026)
The Rise of Modern Retail Across Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya Executive Summary North Africa represents one of the most underappreciated retail growth regions globally. With a combined population exceeding 215 million people,...
Generation Z and the Future of Grocery Retail
How Gen Z Is Reshaping Food Shopping, Store Formats, Technology, and Consumer Brands Generation Z (born approximately 1997–2012) is becoming one of the most important consumer groups in grocery retail. While many Gen Z...
Europe’s Coffee Giants: Who Consumes the Most Coffee and How They Compare
Europe is the world’s largest coffee-consuming region, accounting for approximately 31% of global coffee consumption. Europeans consume about 3.26 million tonnes of coffee annually, making the continent the center of global coffee culture and...
Electronic Shelf Labels (ESL) in Global Retail: Market Adoption, Major Deployments, and Strategic Implications (2026)
Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) have emerged as one of the most significant retail technology investments since the widespread adoption of self-checkout systems. What began as a niche technology for reducing labor associated with paper...
During My Visit to Spain: Grocery Growth, Competition, and the Changing Shape of European Retail
During my visit to Spain to attend a major retail and consumer goods trade show in Madrid, I met with several industry experts to discuss how grocery consumption is evolving across the country. What...
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Sales Rise Across Europe as Health and Inflation Shift Consumer Habits
Fresh fruit and vegetable sales across Europe have continued to grow strongly in 2026, driven by changing diets, higher awareness of health benefits, and supermarket strategies focused on fresh produce. Recent retail data and...
Walmart Escalates Tech-Led Retail Strategy Amid Price Wars and Supply Chain Transformation
BENTONVILLE — Walmart is entering a new phase of retail competition defined by aggressive pricing campaigns, rapid automation, and a growing reliance on artificial intelligence to streamline its global operations. The world’s largest retailer...