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Electronic Shelf Labels: The Retail Revolution You Didn’t See Coming
By Riad Beladi, James Harley (ISN), with Lucas Putchek and commentary from Michael Grant, Retail Tech Buyer Introduction: A Year Following the ESL Revolution ISN Magazine spent the past year following the rise of...
How Retailers Can Capture — and Keep — Gen Z Shoppers
Gen Z is rewriting the rules of shopping. They move fast, expect instant value, and reward brands that understand their world. Retailers who wish to win this generation must stop thinking in traditional sales...
Apple Sales in Europe: Market Structure, Consumption Trends, and Future Forecast
Apple Sales in Europe: Market Structure, Consumption Trends, and Future Forecast Europe’s Most Strategic Fruit Category Apples remain one of Europe’s most culturally rooted and commercially important fruit categories. From school lunchboxes to premium...
Riad Beladi: The True Cost of Fresh Produce in Europe and the UK
Riad Beladi, a veteran retail analyst and international media professional, has become one of the most influential commentators on the European fresh-produce landscape. With decades of exposure to supermarket operations, global sourcing, pricing structures,...
Walmart’s Command of the 2025 Holiday Season
As the 2025 festive season approaches, Walmart has positioned itself as the strongest retail force in Christmas value, assortment, and logistics. The company has moved far beyond simply offering competitive prices. Its strategy is...
GERMAN COFFEE MARKET: SUPPLIERS, SEGMENTS & PRICE OUTLOOK
Executive Overview Germany’s coffee universe is a complex blend of tradition, industrial roasting capability, and a rising speciality culture. The nation imports huge volumes, roasts at scale, and exports value-added blends across Europe. 1....
Discounters and Online Retailers Gain Significant Ground as Shopping Habits Evolve
A clear pattern has emerged across the British retail landscape: shoppers are steadily moving away from traditional supermarkets and towards discount chains and online platforms. This shift reflects deeper structural changes in the way...
The Cost of Christmas Dinner Shifts as Some Prices Ease and Others Rise Sharply
British families preparing for a traditional Christmas dinner face a mixed picture this year. While some items—notably turkey—have become marginally more affordable, others have shot up dramatically. Chocolate, in particular, has seen exceptionally steep...
Stubborn Grocery Inflation Shapes Consumer Behaviour Ahead of Christmas
Grocery inflation in Britain remains entrenched, posing challenges for households and retailers alike. Prices have stabilised at a high level, particularly affecting key categories such as meat, confectionery, and everyday essentials. As families plan...
Asda Faces Mounting Pressure as Sales Decline Ahead of Critical Christmas Trading
Asda has emerged as the weakest performer among all major British supermarkets, with sales falling at a time when most rivals are seeing growth. This downturn places significant pressure on the retailer as the...