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U.S. Clothing Retailers See Strong October Sales Amid Pre-Holiday Surge
U.S. clothing and apparel retailers experienced robust growth in October 2025, as shoppers ramped up spending ahead of the holiday season. According to the NRF/CNBC Retail Monitor, overall retail sales climbed 0.6% month-over-month, with...
U.S. Grocery Sales Growth Slows in November
U.S. Grocery Sales Growth Slows in November Amid Consumer Caution Washington, D.C., USA – Grocery-store sales in the United States grew by just 0.3% in November 2025, according to preliminary data from the U.S....
Walmart Leads U.S. Hypermarket Sector
Walmart Leads U.S. Hypermarket Sector Amid Continued Investment in Private Labels Bentonville, Arkansas, USA – Walmart remains the undisputed leader in the U.S. hypermarket sector, according to the latest industry report. Analysts highlight the...
U.S. Consumers Set to Spend Over $1 Trillion This Holiday Season
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has projected that U.S. shoppers will spend between $1.01 trillion and $1.02 trillion during the 2025 holiday season, marking the first time in history that holiday spending is expected...
Top Supermarket Chains in Africa: A Landscape Overview
The African supermarket scene is rapidly evolving. While informal retail (small shops, “spazas”, open markets) remains dominant in many regions, modern grocery chains are growing fast — especially in Southern and East Africa —...
Auchan France Introduces In-Store Robotics for Shelf Replenishment
Auchan, one of France’s largest supermarket chains, has announced the introduction of in-store robotics to automate shelf replenishment. The initiative, revealed this week, reflects the growing adoption of automation and AI in retail, aiming...
Ahold Delhaize Expands Online Grocery Delivery Across Europe
Ahold Delhaize, one of Europe’s largest supermarket groups, has announced an expansion of its online grocery delivery services across multiple European countries. The initiative, revealed this week, aims to meet surging demand for e-commerce,...
Carrefour France Introduces Smart Shelf Technology to Optimise Stock
Carrefour, one of France’s largest supermarket chains, has rolled out smart shelf technology in a select number of stores across the country. The initiative, unveiled this week, aims to improve inventory management, reduce waste,...
Tesco UK Launches ‘Zero-Waste’ Stores to Reduce Food Waste
Tesco, one of the United Kingdom’s largest supermarket chains, has unveiled a new initiative to tackle food waste by launching dedicated “Zero-Waste” stores. The announcement, made this week, reflects Tesco’s commitment to sustainability and...
Walmart US Pilots Checkout-Free Stores with Smart Technology
Walmart, the United States’ largest supermarket chain, has launched a pilot programme of checkout-free stores using smart technology to streamline the shopping experience. Announced this week, the initiative represents a significant leap in retail...