Finance
How SpendingPulse™ Helps a Leading Grocery Brand Optimise Market Share – ISN Reveal by Mastercard and ISN Editorial Team
In the fiercely competitive grocery industry, staying ahead requires precise insights and strategic decision-making. A leading US-based grocery brand recently leveraged Mastercard’s SpendingPulse™ data insights to elevate its performance during critical periods such as...
Hannaford Responds to Cybersecurity Outage with Customer Coupons
Hannaford, a prominent grocery chain under the Ahold Delhaize group, is making amends with customers after a prolonged online outage by offering $10 discounts on purchases of $100 or more. The coupons, shared via...
Nestlé Targets $2.8 Billion in Cost Reductions and Growth with New Strategic Vision
Under the leadership of its new CEO, Francisco Freixe, Nestlé has unveiled an ambitious plan to reshape its business, driving efficiency and focusing on growth opportunities. By 2027, the company aims to reduce costs...
Kroger-Albertsons Merger Boosts Stock Market Activity as Shares Surge
The proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger has created a buzz in the stock market, driving significant activity as investors anticipate the outcome of this high-profile deal. Since January 2024, Kroger’s shares have soared by 32%, climbing...
Carrefour’s Strong Q3 Performance: Strategic Acquisitions and Future Growth Plans
Carrefour, one of the world’s largest retail chains, has continued to demonstrate resilience and strategic growth with its solid third-quarter sales results. The company’s latest financial report highlights a robust performance across its key...
Investing in Retail: A Conversation with Carrefour’s Dino Outchek on Retail Shares with Long-Term Potential
Louise Taylor recently sat down with Dino Outchek, a former stockbroker with expertise in retail investment, who now serves as an advisor to Carrefour. Known for his insightful takes on market trends, Outchek shared...
Mastercard’s 2024 Holiday Spending Forecast: Electronics, E-Commerce, and New Shopping Patterns Expected to Drive Growth
Mastercard’s latest holiday forecast suggests a promising retail season with a projected 3.2% increase in U.S. holiday spending compared to last year. Several key factors are set to shape shopping behaviors this season, which...
Spain’s Best Affordable Retirement and Holiday Destination: Why Torrevieja Tops the List in 2024
If you’re considering retiring or purchasing a holiday home in Spain, Torrevieja stands out as one of the best and most affordable locations. This coastal town, just 35 minutes from Alicante Airport, offers a...
Commentary on the UK Budget 2024 – Riad Beladi
The UK Chancellor’s 2024 Budget aims to strike a delicate balance in an era of economic uncertainty, providing relief for households while placing new demands on businesses. With measures such as freezing income tax...
The Impact of Cashless Economies on Tax Collection
As countries worldwide increasingly adopt cashless payment systems, a significant impact on tax collection emerges. This report explores how cashless economies enhance transparency, compliance, and efficiency in tax collection, leading to higher government revenues....