Wegmans’ latest store opening highlights low price focus
In Charlotte, North Carolina, the regional grocer is challenging established players Harris Teeter and Food Lion by claiming that it charges less for a group of frequently…
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German Inflation Rises To Highest Level In 2026 – Destatis
The inflation rate in Germany rose to its highest level in 2026, standing at 3.3% in September, according to data from the Federal Statistical Office.
US Grocer Albertsons Pulls Annual Outlook, Accelerates Turnaround Efforts
Albertsons withdrew its FY2026 forecasts as it launched a broad review of its business to cut costs, lower prices and reverse sluggish sales.
Where has the aspirational luxury consumer gone?
High-end brands have raised their prices in the post-pandemic economy. They’re selling less in part because fewer consumers can afford them.
UK Grocery Inflation Accelerates Over Last Month, Says Worldpanel
British grocery price inflation accelerated to 2.5% over the four weeks to 4 October, market researcher Worldpanel by Numerator said.
Ross opens 51 new stores
The off-price retailer completed its fiscal year 2026 store growth plan of opening 115 new locations, including its first in Massachusetts.
Tariffs pushed up consumer goods prices by 2.9 percentage points: NY Fed
Consumer expectations for inflation rose for the second straight month to the highest level since May, the University of Michigan said Friday.
Lidl gains £650m from shoppers switching supermarkets amid cost-of-living
Lidl GB has generated more than £650m in sales from shoppers switching from rival supermarkets, according to reports, as cost-of-living pressures continue to drive demand for…
Lidl gains £650m from shoppers switching supermarkets amid cost-of-living
Lidl GB has generated more than £650m in sales from shoppers switching from rival supermarkets, according to reports, as cost-of-living pressures continue to drive demand for…
The cold facts on energy savings: Why newer refrigeration pays off sooner than you think
Waiting on a refrigeration upgrade has a price. Here's how newer systems start saving right away.
9 in 10 shoppers demand cost-of-living action ahead of Budget
Almost nine in ten Britons want the Government to prioritise easing the cost of living in this month’s Budget, as retailers warn rising taxes are putting further pressure on…
C-stores holding off vape price increases as duty begins
All vaping liquids manufactured in, or imported into, the UK from 1 October are now subject to excise duty