Reports
Kroger and Barrows Redefine the In-Store Experience with the Connected Store Concept
International Supermarket News Report In a major leap forward for brick-and-mortar retail, Kroger has joined forces with Barrows, a global retail marketing and activation agency, to bring the Connected Store concept into the mainstream....
UK Retail Technology Market Set to Hit £2 Billion by 2030
UK Retail Technology Market Set to Hit £2 Billion by 2030 – A Digital Revolution in the MakingThe United Kingdom’s retail sector is undergoing a profound transformation—one that is being quietly but powerfully driven...
Comet Relaunch Set for Q4 2025 Under OnBuy Leadership with £10m Investment
The iconic UK electronics retailer Comet is set to make a comeback under the stewardship of OnBuy, an online marketplace platform. CEO Cassion “Cas” Paton now oversees both brands, signalling an integrated approach to...
ISN Report – American Beef in Europe: Who’s Buying and Why?
ISN Report – American Beef in Europe: Who’s Buying and Why? American beef, renowned for its rich flavour and high quality, is making inroads into the European market, albeit slowly and within strict regulatory...
Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd Families in Merger Talks: A Historic Shift for Germany’s Discount Giant
By Riad Beladi For decades, Aldi has stood as one of the most iconic and enigmatic names in global retail—a titan split in two. Now, in what could mark the most significant change in...
The Shifting Landscape of UK Supermarkets: The Battle for Consumer Loyalty
The UK grocery market is a battleground where retailers cater to distinct consumer preferences, ranging from premium shoppers to value-driven buyers. With a wide spectrum of options, the competition is not simply about products;...
Supermarket Retail Growth: Global Insights
Supermarket Retail Growth: Global Insights By Riad Beladi, Retail Analyst Specialising in Supermarket Development With over 30 years of experience analysing the retail and supermarket sectors, I have followed the evolution of supermarkets since...
Saudi Arabia’s Grocery Retail Sector: Rapid Growth and Market Dynamics in 2025
Saudi Arabia’s grocery retail sector is experiencing unprecedented growth in 2025, fueled by economic diversification efforts under Vision 2030, a youthful and digitally savvy population, and a surge in modern retail formats. The sector...
The Global Impact of 1 Billion People Reaching U.S. Consumption Levels: A Sustainability Crisis Looms
As of today, the United States is known for having the highest per capita consumption in the world. With a population of roughly 330 million, the U.S. consumes a disproportionately large share of global...
Boots Pharmacy Supermarket: The Quiet Giant in Healthcare Retail Finance
Boots, the iconic British pharmacy supermarket, has quietly asserted its dominance in both the retail and healthcare sectors, proving that resilience, strategic repositioning, and financial discipline can drive consistent growth in a competitive market....