Walmart touts some of its lowest back-to-school pricing since 2019
The retailer’s value focus is similar to past years, with another food kit of $2 lunches and deals on the 14 most popular school supplies.
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Number Sense: Grocers are facing a new reality when it comes to inflation
While government stats show food prices rising at a modest pace, high energy costs and other economic pressures point to a challenging road ahead.
US restaurants pushing wine markups to six times cost
Restaurant wine pricing in the US has become "a particular pain point" for the category, according to Gino Colangelo, founder and president of Colangelo & Partners. The post US…
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[Interview] “We aim for 10 to 15 locations in Belgium” (Loïc Hardy, Colos)
With an extremely wide selection and massive inventory at consistently low prices, DIY challenger Colos is capitalizing on the growing market for complete renovations. “We solve…
Irish whiskey to outpace Scotch in travel retail
The Irish whiskey category is gaining depth and a lengthening ladder of price points at airport shops outside of Ireland The post Irish whiskey to outpace Scotch in travel retail…
Essity Beats Q2 Profit Forecast As Volumes Offset Lower Prices
Sweden's Essity reported second-quarter core earnings slightly above expectations as demand remained resilient despite cost pressures.
How grocers are making price cuts a top priority
Retailers have recently focused on creative loyalty strategies and lowering the cost of staple items to connect with financially stressed consumers.
Very Group turns to agentic AI to sharpen pricing strategy
The Very Group has announced a new three-year partnership with global software company UiPath to introduce AI-powered, agentic pricing across its retail brands. The post Very…
Costco opens first standalone gas station
The new Mission Viejo station offers fuel at prices well below the Orange County average, creating a new competitive threat for nearby convenience retail operators.
Upcoming price rises on The Sun likely to deliver stockists extra profit
A store selling thirty copies of the newspaper per day would make £219 extra profit per year
US Consumer Inflation Slows More Than Expected In June
US inflation slowed to 3.5% in June, but Middle East conflict and stubborn core prices keep Fed rate hikes on the table.
NZ's Fonterra Trims Top End Of Annual Milk Price Forecast On Weak Demand
Fonterra trimmed the top end of its milk price forecast for the 2026/27 season as softer-than-expected demand and robust global supply drag down price...