Private Label
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...
Private Label on the Rise: Value, Trust & Innovation Take Centre Stage – Anuga 2025 Reveal
In a retail landscape reshaped by shifting consumer priorities and economic headwinds, private label products are no longer the underdogs of the supermarket aisle. As part of the Anuga 2025 Trend Research, one trend...
Europe’s Top Supermarket Own Brands and Their Best-Selling Products
In a continent where private label goods have matured into powerful retail assets, Europe leads the world in supermarket own-brand development. Once perceived as budget alternatives, these brands now rival—or even surpass—national labels in...
The Growth of China’s Retail Industry: Insights and the Dynamics of Supermarket Pricing
China’s retail industry is experiencing a remarkable growth trajectory, driven by a combination of rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanization, the boom in e-commerce, and technological innovation. With the market estimated to reach USD 1.94...
PLMA 2025: The Future of Private Label is Now
Edited by James Taylor As the global retail landscape continues to evolve, all eyes are on Amsterdam for PLMA 2025, where private label takes centre stage once again. Scheduled for 27–28 May 2025, the...
British Supermarkets Shift Focus to Own Labels
In recent years, the shelves of Britain’s leading supermarkets—Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda—have seen a quiet but significant transformation. Once dominated by big-name brands, they are now increasingly filled with own-label products. These private label...
How to Secure a Private Label Contract with a Supermarket Chain
Securing a private label contract with a supermarket chain is a significant opportunity for food producers, offering large-scale distribution, brand visibility, and consistent revenue. However, the process is highly competitive and requires strategic preparation,...
The Visa Pass Controversy – The Hidden Costs of Revolving Credit
In a landmark ruling, Spain’s Supreme Court has ruled against Carrefour’s Visa Pass revolving credit card, citing a lack of transparency in its financial terms. This verdict is not just a legal loss for...
Private Label Growth in 2025: A Shift Away from Brands
The supermarket landscape in 2025 is set for another major shift, with a projected 7% increase in consumers switching from national brands to private label products. This trend reflects growing consumer confidence in supermarket-owned...
The Silent Mover: Aldi’s Expansion in the U.S. – A Threat to Traditional Supermarkets?
Aldi, the German discount supermarket giant, is continuing its rapid expansion across the United States, further cementing its reputation as a disruptive force in the grocery industry. With a business model focused on low...