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Checkout Control: When Regulation Steps into the Aisle
A proposal emerging from New York is rapidly capturing the attention of the global retail industry, not simply for its local implications, but for what it signals at a much broader level. The idea...
International Supermarket News Celebrates 31 Years of Excellence and 25 Years Online
Today marks a significant milestone for International Supermarket News as the publication proudly celebrates 31 years since its creation and 25 years of continuous presence online—serving the global retail industry with dedication, insight, and...
Why PR Matters in B2B: Publishers Aren’t a Charity
In the fast-paced world of B2B communications, public relations is more than just a buzzword — it is the lifeblood of visibility, credibility, and business growth. Every day, publishers receive hundreds of press releases,...
Unilever Strengthens Global PR Muscle with Rebecca Thomas Hire — A Signal of Smarter Brand Storytelling
In a move that signals both urgency and ambition in global brand communication, Unilever UK has appointed Rebecca Thomas as Senior Manager of Global Brand PR for the Beauty & Wellbeing division. The hire...
Electronic Shelf Labels: When AI Decides the Price in Real Time
Electronic Shelf Labels are no longer just a digital replacement for paper tickets. They are becoming the backbone of a new retail model where pricing is no longer static, but fluid, responsive and increasingly...
ISN SPECIAL REPORT: “From Oil to Bread – How the US–Iran War Is Hitting Europe’s Supermarket Shelves”
The escalation of the US–Iran war in 2026 is no longer a distant geopolitical conflict. It is rapidly becoming a direct cost-of-living crisis for European consumers, with supermarket prices already rising — and set...
Casino: A Case Study in the Consequences of Delay
Casino Group represents one of the most striking examples of how quickly fortunes can change in the retail sector. Once a major player in the French market, Casino now finds itself in a position...
Albertsons: Independence in a Market That Rewards Extremes
Albertsons faces a defining moment following the failure of its merger plans. The retailer must now operate independently in a market that increasingly favours either very large-scale operators or highly efficient discount models. Positioned...
Kroger: Navigating Scale Without Strategic Shortcuts
Kroger operates at a scale that would typically provide a significant competitive advantage. Yet in 2026, scale alone is no longer sufficient to guarantee growth or even stability. The collapse of its proposed merger...
Marks & Spencer: Defending Premium Value in a Price-Driven Market
Marks & Spencer occupies a unique position within the UK grocery landscape. Unlike its competitors, it is not engaged in a direct price war. Instead, it has chosen to focus on product quality, innovation,...