Reports
Algeria, the Diaspora Comeback & Miss Mezghana
By Riad Beladi I seldom write about cultural events. Yet this time I make an exception — because the story is about Algeria: my origins, my homeland. Though I’ve spent much of my life...
Supermarket Trends Shift as Consumers Redefine Value
The global supermarket industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by changes in consumer expectations and the redefinition of value. Shoppers today are no longer guided solely by price. Instead, factors such as sustainability,...
UK Retail Industry Report – October 2025
The UK retail sector is grappling with persistent inflationary pressures, regulatory challenges, and shifting consumer behaviours. Food price inflation remains elevated, while non-food categories experience declining sales volumes. Retailers are responding with strategic pricing,...
Europe’s Coffee Market: Growth Despite Rising Prices
The European coffee market is defying expectations. At a time when raw material costs have surged and consumer budgets are under pressure, one might expect demand for coffee to slow. Yet the opposite is...
Waitrose: Loyalty Innovation Coupled with Ethical Credentials
Waitrose has chosen the start of September to refresh its relationship with customers. A new trial called “Little Treats” is being rolled out in a selection of stores, rewarding shoppers who cross certain monthly...
If the Kroger–Albertsons Merger Had Gone Ahead: A New Battlefront with Walmart
The Federal Trade Commission’s decision to block the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons was one of the most consequential rulings in U.S. retail history. But what if the deal had gone ahead? How...
Algeria Chooses Italy as Its Most Important Economic Partner in Europe
By Riad Beladi In a decisive shift in North African-European relations, Algeria has signalled that Italy is now its most important economic partner in Europe. This declaration, underscored by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s recent statements...
European Finger Food Market Report (2025–2030)
The European finger food market is evolving rapidly, driven by consumer demand for convenience, quality, and variety. While “finger food” as a distinct market segment is often embedded within broader categories such as frozen...
European Coffee Market Forecast and Consumption Analysis (2025–2030)
The European coffee market is one of the most mature and sophisticated markets globally. With a deeply entrenched coffee culture and increasing demand for premium and sustainable products, Europe continues to be a leading...
EY Report: More UK Retailers Warning of Lower Profits
UK-listed retailers issued seven profit warnings in the second quarter of 2025, more than double the number recorded in the previous quarter, according to EY-Parthenon’s latest Profit Warnings report. FTSE Retailers issued four profit...