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New whitepaper launched to help the retail industry keep up with AI tech evolution
Retail Express announces ‘Retail’s Journey to AI’ – a critical guide to assist retailers in shaping a strategic roadmap towards the future of data-driven intelligent merchandising powered by AI Retail Express, a leading provider...
Food Suppliers Under Pressure to Prioritise Private Label Over Own Brands
Across the food industry, a growing number of suppliers are being urged—if not forced—to shift their focus from developing their own branded products to manufacturing private label goods for major retailers. As supermarket chains...
Tesco Customers Left Frustrated After App Glitch Disrupts Evening Orders
Tesco faced a wave of customer frustration on Wednesday evening after its app and online services experienced technical difficulties, leaving many unable to complete their grocery orders. The issue began shortly after 7pm, with...
Morocco Showcases Agricultural Strength During Landmark U.S. Trade Mission
By Riad Beladi Morocco’s dynamic and rapidly advancing agricultural sector took centre stage during a successful trade mission to California, led by the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA). The high-level Moroccan...
Interview: Riad Beladi, Analyst & Editor at International Supermarket News, in Conversation with Alexander Stein, Director of FRUIT LOGISTICA
FRUIT LOGISTICA has become the world’s leading trade fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable industry. What began as a modest gathering of professionals has evolved into a global meeting point for fresh produce...
We’ve All Forgotten – But Kroger and Albertsons Haven’t
While the media spotlight has shifted elsewhere, the retail world has not forgotten the attempted merger between Kroger and Albertsons—and now, it’s back in the headlines. The two U.S. grocery giants are set to...
Coffee Prices on the Rise: A Commodity That Needs Watching as Global Consumption Grows
By Riad Beladi, International Supermarket News Coffee, one of the world’s most traded and consumed commodities, is entering a new phase of volatility as prices edge upward and global demand continues to grow. Retailers,...
AI Retail Marketing: The Self-Learning Algorithm Revolutionising Consumer Engagement
Artificial intelligence is changing how retail marketing works. Retailers are no longer relying on old strategies or guesswork. Today, they use self-learning algorithms that adapt to how consumers behave—day by day, even hour by...
Refrigeration Revolution: The Smart, Sustainable Cold Chain
In the ever-competitive world of food retail, refrigeration remains the backbone of supermarket operations. As sustainability targets tighten and energy costs surge, supermarket chains are rethinking the way they cool. From cutting-edge refrigerants to...
Supermarkets’ Slow Payments Push Suppliers to the Brink
A growing number of British farmers and small food producers are facing serious financial pressure due to long payment delays from major UK supermarkets. While shelves remain fully stocked and advertising campaigns champion British...