FTC Blocks Kroger-Albertsons Merger: What It Means for the Industry
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has blocked the $25 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, citing concerns about reduced competition and potential price hikes. This
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Black Friday delivers +40.5% week-on-week footfall boost as cost-conscious shoppers hunt for discounts, according to RetailNext data
Despite dipping -1.7% year-on-year, Black Friday footfall delivered a +40.5% week-on-week boost to UK retailers Fashion was a top performing category, with visits to clothing
UK RETAIL TRAFFIC +4.8% YEAR-ON-YEAR ON BLACK FRIDAY 2024, ACCORDING TO SENSORMATIC SOLUTIONS SHOPPERTRAK ANALYTICS
Total UK in-store traffic on Black Friday (29 Nov 2024) rose +4.8% year-on-year Visits to stores also rose +17% in the week of Black Friday
Greenpeace challenges petrochemical tanker as Busan plastics treaty talks enter final stage
Video and Images at the Greenpeace Media Library Daesan, South Korea, 30 November 2024 – As the final negotiations for a UN Global Plastics Treaty
FTC, Kroger, and Albertsons: Why Blocking the Merger Could Reshape the Retail Industry
For over 40 years, International Supermarket News has analysed the supermarket industry across the globe, witnessing its evolution, its struggles, and its triumphs. We have reported
The Struggles of Grocery Retailers in Europe: Why Mergers and Restructuring Are the New Normal
In Europe, grocery retailers and supermarkets are facing a perfect storm of challenges that threaten their ability to thrive in an increasingly complex retail environment.
Top Cities for January Sales Shopping: Explore the Best Destinations in Europe and the USA
If you’re planning to take advantage of January sales, Europe and the USA offer a wide variety of shopping hotspots where you can snag great
The Shift in Retail: Layoffs, E-commerce, and the Globalisation Challenge
Retail as we know it is undergoing a seismic transformation. Despite global consumption steadily rising, the traditional brick-and-mortar retail model is faltering, with major retailers
Tech Industry Layoffs and the Surge of AI: A Workforce Revolution
The tech industry is undergoing a seismic transformation as major companies like Google, Cisco, and Intel implement significant layoffs. These reductions, which have impacted tens
The ISN Christmas Shopper Survey: What’s on the Table This Holiday Season?
Christmas dinner is the heart of festive celebrations, where families and friends gather around the table to share a special meal. With the cost of