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Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd: Merger Talks Raise Industry Interest as Operational Challenges Remain
Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd, the two branches of Germany’s well-known discount supermarket empire, are moving closer to a potential merger that could reshape the global grocery landscape. Talks between the two companies are...
As Promised: Feature on ESL – Mercadona to Launch Pilot Trial with HIGHLIGHT’s HA180 Electronic Shelf Labels
As part of our special six-week feature on Electronic Shelf Labels (ESL), International Supermarket News continues to follow how retailers across Europe are turning to digital shelf technology to improve efficiency and accuracy in...
Walmart Soars Ahead with Drone Delivery Expansion and Innovative Customer Experiences — A New Era of Retail Excellence
Walmart is once again making headlines as it doubles down on innovation, customer engagement, and employee appreciation—all within a single week. The retail giant has announced a major expansion of its drone delivery programme,...
Kroger Keeps Shareholders Engaged Ahead of Q1 Earnings Call
Kroger continues to demonstrate resilience and strategic focus as it prepares for its first-quarter 2025 earnings call, scheduled for 20 June. Despite ongoing market fluctuations and a tough retail landscape, the company remains committed...
Budweiser Always Surprises Us – Launches New Campaign for FIFA Club World Cup 2025
Just when you think Budweiser has reached the peak of creativity, they manage to surprise us again. The iconic beer brand has just unveiled a bold new global campaign, “Celebration in the Making,” to...
Cyberattack on Marks & Spencer: Hackers Target CEO in Bold Blackmail Attempt
In a shocking turn of events, British retail giant Marks & Spencer has reportedly been targeted by cybercriminals in a sophisticated cyberattack, with the perpetrators allegedly attempting to blackmail the company’s Chief Executive directly....
Pets at Home Sees Profit Rise Driven by Veterinary Business Amid Retail Headwinds
Pets at Home reported a 14.1% increase in profit to £120.6 million for the fiscal year ending March 2025, largely driven by a 23.3% surge in its veterinary business segment. This growth highlights the...
PDD Holdings (Temu) Faces Profit Drop Despite Revenue Growth
PDD Holdings, the parent company of Temu, reported a 47% profit decline to £1.5 billion in Q1 2025/26, despite a 10% revenue increase to £9.8 billion. The decline has been attributed to increased tariffs...
Kingfisher Reports Modest Sales Growth Driven by B&Q and Digital Channels
Kingfisher plc has reported a 2.2% increase in Q1 sales, reaching £3.3 billion. Notably, B&Q’s like-for-like sales rose 7.9%, contributing significantly to the group’s overall performance. The UK & Ireland market also experienced a...
SHEIN Targets Hong Kong IPO Amid London Listing Delays
Fast-fashion giant SHEIN is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong following delays to its planned London listing. The shift reflects ongoing regulatory and geopolitical challenges, particularly amid heightened trade tensions...