Retail

Kaufland To Join Buying Alliance AgeCore In 2025

German retail chain Kaufland is set to join the AgeCore international buying alliance, effective from 1 January 2025.

SPAR Hungary Expands Franchise Network To 290 Stores

SPAR Hungary has expanded its franchise network by 19 stores in the first half of 2024, taking its total number of outlets to 290.

Polish Consumers Remain Cautious Despite Income Growth: ING

Polish consumers remain on a cautious footing despite 'solid' recent income growth, leading to a 'slower than expected' increase in retail sales, a new rep...

Kaufland Adds More Products To Its Vegan Range

German retailer Kaufland has expanded its own-brand vegan range K-take it veggie by around 20% to more than 100 SKUs.

Irish Shoppers Spent €12m On Snacks, Drinks In The Latest Four Weeks: Kantar

Irish shoppers spent a combined €12 million on savoury snacks, chocolate, wine, and cider in July, according to the latest data from Kantar.

EMD Names New Head of A-Brands, Merges RTG International Members

Purchasing group European Marketing Distribution (EMD) has announced the appointment of Raymond Wesselse as the head of its branded goods division.

Finland's Kesko Sees Net Sales Decline In First Half

Finnish retailer Kesko has reported a 1.3% year-on-year decline in reported net sales, to €5.9 billion, in the first half of its financial year.

Carrefour Brasil Reports Profit In Second Quarter

Carrefour Brasil has returned to profitability in the second quarter, driven by cost-cutting measures and the ongoing integration of the Grupo BIG supermar...