Gap Inc. launches AI hiring tool in time for the holidays
The retailer expects around 200,000 seasonal employment applications. Its new AI platform aims to reduce the administrative tasks associated with hiring.
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Consolidation in the U.S. online grocery market: DoorDash acquires Instacart
The American meal delivery service DoorDash is set to acquire its industry peer Instacart, which specializes in grocery delivery. Both companies see the deal as offering…
Astral Foods workers strike over pay at two South Africa sites
Workers at JSE-listed Astral Foods’ Festive chicken operation in South Africa have begun strike action over pay. The post Astral Foods workers strike over pay at two South Africa…
Finland’s Kesko Raises Guidance As Q3 Profit Grows
Finland's Kesko reported strong results in the third quarter of 2026 with its technical trade business standing out as a key growth driver.
Convenience curtailed: 11% of self-checkouts in London convenience stores out of action due to technical faults
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Oatly cuts profit outlook on North America fuel cost pressures
Oatly lowered its full-year profit guidance over soaring fuel and freight costs in North America, even as its losses narrowed. The post Oatly cuts profit outlook on North America…
Rémy Cointreau posts mixed second quarter results
Rémy Cointreau has posted mixed first half results, with an organic sales growth of 2.9 per cent to approximately £427m. Sales in the Americas region experienced a 5.5 per cent…
Adidas smashes records, but Europe is falling behind
Adidas is racking up record after record. The German sports giant has seen its quarterly profit soar by 37% and has significantly raised its full-year forecast. Apparel and its…
British government monitors the impending closure of Poundland
Is Poundland's demise inevitable, or do its American owners stand to make more money from winding down the discount chain than from saving it? The British government is asking…
Danone plays “offensive” to fix North America EDP underperformance
Danone is playing “offensive” to address underperformance in its EDP business in North America as third-quarter growth slowed. The post Danone plays “offensive” to fix North…
Are grocers ready to help shoppers getting off GLP-1s?
Retailers need to think about the long game to support people whose shopping habits change after they come off the weight loss medications, experts said.
Simply Good Foods braces for pricing challenge to reset gross margins
Simply Good Foods is gearing for more sales and EBITDA pains amid the need for pricing to restore gross margins to historical levels. The post Simply Good Foods braces for pricing…