Retail

DIA Minority Shareholders Discuss Transparency And Reforms

A coalition of minority shareholders at Spanish retail group DIA convened in Madrid last week to discuss strategies that the retailer needs to implement to...

Thai Union North America CEO Bryan Rosenberg To Step Down

Bryan Rosenberg, the CEO of Thai Union North America (TUNA), has decided to step down, effective 1 January 2025.

UK Retail Sales Plunged Before New Government's Budget: ONS

British retail sales fell by much more than expected in October, according to official data that added to other signs of a loss of momentum in the economy.

UK Consumers Cheer Up A Bit As Budget Nerves Lift, GfK Survey Shows

British consumers have turned less pessimistic following the government's first budget and the US presidential election, according to a new survey.

Mercator Gives Up On Engrotuš Takeover

Slovenian retailer Mercator, owned by Croatia's Fortenova, has abandoned its bid to acquire Engrotuš (Tuš stores), as reported by Slovenian n...

Couche-Tard Chair Says No Hostile Takeover Bid For Seven & i: Reports

Alimentation Couche-Tard is not considering a hostile takeover bid for Japan's Seven & i, the Nikkei business daily quoted the chair and co-founder, Al...

Rapper Badchiefff Releases Song Inspired By Aldi's Own Brands

Rapper Badchiefff has released a new song and music video as part of the Aldi Community Collab involving four newcomers.

ESM’s Retail Recap: Delhaize Belgium, Co-op UK, Asda, Lidl España

Delhaize Belgium unveils holiday season trends, Co-op UK upgrades chicken in breaded and ready-to-eat range; Asda teams up with Amazon; and Lidl Espa&ntild...