Finance
Buy Now, Pay Later – Costco USA Unveils New Flexible Payment Option
In a bold move aimed at meeting the evolving financial habits of American consumers, Costco USA has introduced a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solution across select locations, partnering with payment platform Affirm to...
Walmart 2025 Annual Report & Proxy Statement: A Year of Resilient Growth, People-Centred Strategy, and Future Readiness
Walmart has once again demonstrated its enduring strength as a retail leader, revealing in its 2025 Annual Report and Proxy Statement a year marked by impressive financial growth, strategic adaptability, and continued investment in...
Supermarket Giants and Smart Shares: Where to Invest in 2025
ISN Financial Report – By Riad Beladi As food inflation reshapes consumer spending habits and supply chains become increasingly digitised, investors are turning their attention to one of the most stable and essential sectors...
Tesco Preliminary Results 2024/25
Strong Performance Positions Tesco to Continue Winning with Customers Tesco has delivered a robust set of results for the 2024/25 financial year, with strategic investments in value, innovation, and digital capabilities driving improved performance...
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...
Albertsons Reports Strong Q3 Fiscal 2024 Results Amidst Merger Termination Dispute
Albertsons Companies, Inc. has released its third-quarter fiscal 2024 results, demonstrating continued growth in sales and digital expansion, despite challenges posed by the terminated merger with Kroger. The company reported positive financial performance, with...
Tesco Shares Deliver Exceptional Returns: £15,000 Investment Grows to £19,500 in a Year
Tesco has delivered an impressive performance in 2024, turning a £15,000 investment at the start of the year into £19,500 by January 2025. This includes a £635 dividend payout alongside substantial capital appreciation, resulting...
Walmart Shareholders Push Back Against DEI Policy Cuts
By R Beladi Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, finds itself at the centre of a heated debate following significant changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The company’s decision to scale back...
Top 10 Biggest Supermarket Chains by Turnover in the World 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of global retail, supermarket chains are pivotal to the global economy. These retail giants not only dominate food and beverage sales but also have a significant presence in other sectors...
The Container Store Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: A Response to Economic Pressures and Intense Competition
In a significant move, The Container Store, the Texas-based retailer specializing in organizational products and home storage solutions, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The decision comes as the company grapples with a...