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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...
Lidl Expands Electric Delivery Fleet Across European Stores
Lidl, one of Europe’s leading discount supermarket chains, has announced a significant expansion of its electric delivery fleet across multiple European markets. The initiative, revealed this week, is part of Lidl’s broader strategy to...
Coles Australia Launches Local Produce Spotlight in Stores
Coles, one of Australia’s leading supermarket chains, has introduced a new initiative to promote locally sourced produce in its stores. Launched this week, the “Local Produce Spotlight” aims to support regional farmers, reduce carbon...
Sainsbury’s UK Introduces In-Store AI Nutrition Assistant
Sainsbury’s, one of the United Kingdom’s largest supermarket chains, has launched an in-store AI-powered nutrition assistant aimed at helping shoppers make healthier choices. Unveiled this week, the initiative integrates machine learning and real-time product...