Retailing

Although supermarkets saw modest declines across all metrics in 2023, the channel remained Switzerland's leading grocery retail channel in current value terms due to the significant store network across the country. By comparison, the number of…

Supermarkets in Sweden were at the forefront of the battle against inflation surges in Sweden towards the end of the review period. This is unsurprising as supermarkets is the highest-value channel within grocery retailers in the country. In 2023,…

Maradona confirmed its position as the leading chain of Spanish supermarkets in value terms in 2023 despite ranking second in terms of the number of outlets. The company strengthened its brand equity through intensified promotional campaigns,…

In 2023, retail value growth was double-digit for supermarkets in Portugal. During the outbreak of COVID-19, supermarkets experienced a temporary increase in sales as consumers stockpiled goods – however, this placed pressure on retailers to ensure…

In 2023, grocery retailers engaged in price wars as they reacted to weaker consumer confidence and tried to support consumers facing higher costs of living. Food prices continued to increase significantly as costs soared across the value chain,…