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Why Some Supermarkets Win While Others Fade: A Deep Dive into Retail Success Factors
By Riad Beladi, International Editor and Analyst for the Retail Industry Some supermarkets are winning while others are falling behind, and it is not by chance. In today’s hyper-competitive retail landscape, success is not...
Why Marks & Spencer is Winning Over Generation Z Like Never Before
In a world where brand loyalty is fleeting and attention spans are short, one British retailer is defying expectations—Marks & Spencer (M&S) is quickly becoming a favorite among Generation Z, outpacing other supermarkets in...
Legion Technologies, a leader in Workforce Management (WFM), announces the strategic hire of Marcus Beaver, to accelerate its growth and delivery of AI-powered workforce innovation across the UK and Europe
Legion Technologies, a leading innovator in workforce management (WFM), today announced the appointment of Marcus Beaver, who joins as Strategic Advisor to the CEO, to support the business as it scales and expands across...
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,...