Private-label products reached a historic unit share across major European markets, driven by inflation, digital shopping, and AI-led purchasing behaviour. For the first time, retailer's own private branded labels have reached 50% of units sold across Europe’s leading FMCG markets — France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United Kingdom — marking a structural turning point for the sector. According to the latest analysis by Circana, growth has been steady sinc

Discount Textile Retail Chain Ross Stores Inc. ended its year on a high note with better-than-expected earnings and sales amid traffic gains, and provided an upbeat outlook. In the earnings statement, Ross CEO Jim Conroy said the company ended the fourth quarter with solid momentum, and “while early, we are encouraged by the very strong start to the spring season.” The off-price giant added 90 stores during fiscal 2025 (80 new Ross Dress for Less and 10 DD’s Discounts), inclu

Discount Retail Chain Aldi Netherlands has emerged as the clear victor in the 2025 battle for market share. As more players release their year-end data, the trend is undeniable: Aldi’s rapid ascent has forced a total reopening of the industry dialogue regarding margins, pricing, and value. However, the 2025 narrative is not just about who gained percentage points, but the strategic shifts behind those gains. Growth Driven by Inflation, Not Volume Total spending in the broader