UK shop prices rise at slowest pace since December 2021
Prices in British shops rose at the slowest pace in more than two years in March, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) said, adding to signs that the country's inflation squeeze is now fading fast. Shop price inflation dropped to 1.3% from 2.5% in February, the smallest annual increase since December 2021, the BRC said.
Source: reuters.com
New Zealand: Enjoy two pieces of fresh fruit every day for better health
Nutrition experts are urging Kiwis to kickstart their day with a piece of fresh fruit to help improve their health and well-being this autumn. The Ministry of Health recommends people eat five or more servings of vegetables and two servings of fruit every day. But 5+ A Day research shows only 23% of New Zealanders eat the recommended daily intake of vegetables and just 71% of us eat enough fruit.
Source: 5aday.co.nz
Monoprix reveals trump card for Belgian expansion: funshopping
French supermarket chain Monoprix has finally opened its first Belgian store. RetailDetail went to have a look, and saw that differentiation is key for Monoprix' planned Belgian expansion (with at least ten locations in the coming years).
Source: retaildetail.eu
Arsenale Sgr to invest up to €150mln in Italian food distribution
Italian asset manager Arsenale Sgr has launched an investment fund with a target investment volume of up to €150mln in Italy's large-scale retail sector. The investment fund, entitled Arefood, has already completed eight acquisitions, including Penny, Pam, and Conad supermarkets in Northern Italy. Three more deals are planned by the end of the first quarter of 2024.
Source: esmmagazine.com
India: Maharashtra based supermarket chain Patel Retail Limited files DRHP for IPO
Supermarket chain Patel Retail Limited has filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO).
Source: livemint.com
Slovenia: SPAR becomes an official partner of MasterChef Slovenia
SPAR Slovenia believes in the enjoyment of cooking and that everyone can become a master in their own kitchen. SPAR offers a wide range of fresh products, encouraging customers to create delicious recipes at home. With this in mind, SPAR has come together with MasterChef Slovenia as an official partner of the show.
Source: spar-international.com
Thailand's Central Group wants to acquire Signa retail assets, report says
Thai retailer Central Group wants to take over some real estate assets from insolvent Austrian property company Signa, including KaDeWe in Germany and Selfridges in London, Business Insider reported.
Source: reuters.com
US: Smart & Final expands Extra! banner
Smart & Final is expanding, opening a new Smart & Final Extra! store in an area north of San Diego. The latest location at 32937 Temecula Parkway in Temecula, California, will hold a grand opening on April 24. Shoppers can browse the retailer's Sun Harvest organic offerings and First Street meats, cheeses, and breads and also pick up fresh fruits and vegetables and items from the expansive deli department.
Source: progressivegrocer.com
US: Could Aldi surpass Kroger Co. store count?
Aldi has closed on its acquisition of Southeastern Grocers, paving the way for the discount grocer to surpass the 3,000-store mark by 2028 and putting the chain past the current store count of all Kroger Co.-owned banners combined. Aldi claimed 2,362 stores as of March 12 - that's only five stores more than it reported in early February, according to data firm ScrapeHero. Meanwhile, ScrapeHero puts Kroger and its various banners, such as Harris Teeter, King Soopers, Mariano's, and more, at just under 3,000 as of March 12.
Source: supermarketnews.com
US: Kroger invites customers to join in celebration of Earth Month
The Kroger Co. announced it is celebrating Earth Day the entire month of April, kicking off with a contribution from its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The company is also sharing progress on its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste milestones and introducing a new reusable bag campaign.
Source: prnewswire.com
US: Grocery Outlet to open 1st store in Delaware
Extreme-value retailer Grocery Outlet will soon open its first location in Delaware. Scheduled to open on April 4, the new store will be located at 18910 Rehoboth Mall Boulevard in Rehoboth Beach.
Source: progressivegrocer.com
Walmart, Sam's Club and Feeding America partner again to Fight Hunger. Spark Change. in the movement to end hunger
For the 11th consecutive year, all US Walmart stores and Sam's Clubs are teaming up with their customers, members, suppliers, and associates for the annual Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign to support the Feeding America® network of partner food banks.
Source: prnewswire.com
US: Trading plastic for plant-based fiber
Wegmans reported: "Sustainability is a major focus at Wegmans. When it comes to sustainable packaging, the team's focus is on reducing plastic usage and opting for packaging crafted from renewable or recycled materials. In the case of the poke bowls and the power meals, there was the opportunity to trade plastic for renewable, plant-based fiber."
Source: wegmans.com
US: Publix opening 6 new Florida stores in April
Publix Super Markets is getting ready for another busy month of store openings. April 4: Fruitville Farms, 1940 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida; Valencia Center, 1220 East Palm Drive, Homestead, Florida. April 11: Wellington Green Square, 10640 Forest Hill Boulevard, Wellington, Florida. April 18: Alafaya Square, 81 Alafaya Woods Boulevard, Oviedo, Florida; The Shoppes at Verdana Village, 19050 Corkscrew Road, Estero, Florida; Addison Center at Viera, 7655 Stadium Parkway, Melbourne, Florida. April 24: Paradise Isle Shopping Center, 1720 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Suite 2, Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Source: progressivegrocer.com