Discount Retail Chain Lidl UK's ambitious expansion plans in the United Kingdom demonstrate the supermarket's unwavering commitment to providing high-quality products at affordable prices to households across the country. With the opening of "hundreds" of new stores in cities like Bristol, Birmingham, and London, as well as smaller towns and communities, Lidl is positioning itself to reach a broader customer base and solidify its presence in the UK market. The company's significant infrastructure investments, including the opening of its largest global warehouse and the completion of an extens ..read more

Discount Retail Chain Aldi USA customer's regular pilgrimage to the nearest Aldi store is driven by more than just her household's budgetary needs. The "aisle of shame," as Aldi superfans affectionately call it, is a treasure trove of unexpected delights that fuels her shopping adventures. From garden gnomes to pet beds, this rotating assortment of specialty items offers an irresistible temptation for bargain hunters like Pratt, who gleefully admits to spending upwards of $150 on these unplanned purchases every time she visits. The aisle's ever-changing selection, carefully curated by Aldi's ..read more

According to the latest data from Circana, private label products have experienced significant growth across Europe's largest grocery markets, now accounting for 64% of total volume sales. This figure represents a two-percentage-point increase compared to the same period last year, indicating a continued shift in consumer preferences towards store-branded goods. To boost volume sales in the face of overall FMCG decline, retailers have ramped up their promotional strategies, with a 15% increase in the number of promotions compared to the previous year. This has had the desired effect, as the f ..read more

Discount Retail Chain BİM`s CEO Haluk Dortluoğlu made a statement about the investment news in the Canadian press. According to Canadian media reports, the federal government is looking for foreign businesses to come to the country in an effort to increase competition and give the public more choice. Accordingly, the Canadian government has included Turkey's BİM, as well as Germany's Aldi, Lidl and France's Les Mousquetaires, on the list of potential candidates. In a statement to Reuters, BİM CEO Haluk Dortluoğlu said, "We have not received any official invitation from Canada. As far as we ca ..read more

Discount Retail Chain BİM continues its renewable energy investments without slowing down for a livable environment and a sustainable future. BİM commissioned its 18th SPP investment in Bafra district of Samsun. With the solar energy panels installed on the roof of the BİM warehouse in Bafra, 100 percent of the energy needs will be provided from natural sources. With this application, a reduction in carbon emissions equivalent to the gain of 417 tons and 6,220 trees per year will be achieved. Bafra SPP, which has an installed capacity of 560 kWp, became the 17th of BİM's rooftop SPP projects ..read more

Discount Retail Chain Lidl UK's rise in the in-store bakery market has been nothing short of exceptional. The discounter's concerted efforts and innovative strategies have propelled it to the top position, surpassing even major competitors in the first quarter of 2024. With a market share of 18.2%, Lidl has expertly outperformed Tesco and secured this leading position. A blend of nationwide bake-off operations, a diverse range of 40 unique bakery items, and the introduction of the highly successful 'Special Guest' range has resulted in an unswerving appeal to customers. Lidl's All Butter Crois ..read more

Discount Retail Chain ATAC Hiper Discount by Auchan introduces a groundbreaking concept fuelled by various strategies aimed at providing affordability, convenience, and environmental consciousness. To achieve 'everyday low prices,' ATAC prioritizes optimisation in product selection, reduced operating costs, and bulk discounts. This approach decreases electricity consumption by minimizing the requirement for widespread refrigeration displays. Furthermore, maximized logistics processes and decreased transportation expenditure contribute to ensuring competitive prices. This innovative approach re ..read more

Discount Retail Chain Aldi US's innovative checkout-free program Aldigo, developed in collaboration with Grabango, marks a significant advancement in the grocery industry. Eric Traxler, Aldi's vice president of IT, described it as an exhilarating accomplishment, reinforcing Aldi's commitment to consistently deliver a top-notch shopping experience. The unobtrusive implementation of the system, located at the Aurora, Ill., store, signifies a seamless integration. Similarly, Grabango CEO Will Glaser emphasized that launching the technology in a typical store, without special modifications, is a p ..read more

Discount Retail Chain DALI has started accepting credit cards and digital payments in response to requests of its growing consumer base. DALI, which previously accepted only cash payments, began to accept Maya, GCash, Visa and Mastercard on Monday, joining its bigger rivals and traditional retailers. Julianne, tending the cash registry at a DALI outlet in Pasig, said customers are very happy and many are already using the new payment options. “Since we opened many have been saying that we should have GCash, Maya and credit cards.” Digital and credit card payments are particularly strong in ..read more

Discount Retail Chain Biedronka's Chief Commercial Officer Grzegorz Pytko said in a recent interview with rp.pl '"The first poster with the podium and price baskets was shown by Biedronka's more expensive retail competition. We have 5 million customers a day and their number is growing." See below the compete interview. Who started the price war? In the current situation, we tend to avoid this terminology and try to choose our words more carefully. The war is a tragic situation across our eastern border, and what we are dealing with in Poland is fierce competition for customers in a difficult ..read more