Research: There's an interesting shift happening in retail China in 2026

A few years ago, everyone was bending over backwards to court the young middle class — refined packaging, online delivery, paid memberships, practically stamping "premium" on their foreheads. This year, several major players have suddenly turned around together and dived into communities, working hard for grandma and grandpa's grocery baskets. Leading the charge is Chao Hesuan NB. The name sounds bold, and after a year of operation, they've genuinely backed it up. While other

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Australia: ALDI’s most-loved products of 2026 revealed with The People’s Picks Awards

Discount Retail Chain ALDI’s most-loved products of 2026 have been revealed in a shakeup to ALDI’s annual People’s Picks Awards. Based on DoorDash ordering insights, these are the ALDI products shoppers can’t stop purchasing, cementing their place as ALDI’s most-loved lineup of the year. Drawing on real customer purchasing behaviour, ALDI has uncovered nine standout products across nine categories, showcasing the items Aussies simply can’t get enough of, all available at incr

Oceania

Aug 115 min read

Germany: Aldi Nord and Süd push back on Loyalty Apps

Discount Retail Chain Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd have announced they will focus on offering the best price for everyone, a move that differs from competitors that offer app-based discounts. The German discounters believe that loyalty programmes and bonus apps increase the complexity of shopping, such as collecting coupons or activating discounts. They added that those who do not use a smartphone, or do not want to use an app, often end up paying more for the same product. Shopper

Europe

Jul 212 min read

USA: Dollar Tree gets a big boost from shoppers making over $100K

Discount Variety Retail Chain Dollar Tree reported that higher-income shoppers are contributing to one of its most successful recent quarters, fueling a resurgence for the retailer. The retailer saw 3 million more households shop its stores during the third quarter compared to the prior year, and about 60% of those shoppers came from households earning over $100,000, equal to the combined share of middle-income households (earning $60,000 to $100,000 at 30%) and lower-income

Americas

Dec 4, 20252 min read

Spain: Aldi adds more than half a million new buyers

Discount Retail Chain Aldi Spain has added more than half a million new shoppers in the last year. The company has recorded an 8% increase in the number of customers between June 2024 and June 2025. In addition, the supermarket chain has today exceeded 480 stores in Spain with the inauguration that takes place today in the Alicante municipality of Finestrat, the second store in the town. Alicante is a key province for Aldi, where it already has more than 40 supermarkets. The

Europe

Dec 4, 20251 min read

China: Consumption crashes, 30,000 customers rush into new Aldi

Discount Retail Chain ALDI China opened a new store in Wuxi Economic Development District, Wuxi, Jiangsu province, on July 19. ALDI is...

Asia

Sep 17, 20252 min read

Netherlands: Why doesn't Action have shelf plans?

Discount Variety Retail Chain Action manager's life is anything but boring with a surprising 'unboxing' every day. The discounter is...

Europe

Aug 22, 20253 min read

Portugal: Lidl in first place "in the practice of good prices and special offers"

Discount Retail Chain Lidl Portugal was considered a benchmark retail brand in price perception by consumers, "reinforcing its commitment...

Sep 14, 20242 min read

UK: No Stopping Aldi as CEO claims Consumers have changed for Good

Discount Retail Chain Aldi UK has reported record sales in the U.K. and Ireland and its boss insists that shoppers have changed their...

May 20, 20243 min read

USA: Aldi consistently outpaces Lidl in drawing shoppers

Discount Retail Chain Aldi USA has made in connecting with shoppers as people continue to place a high priority on keeping their grocery...

Apr 11, 20242 min read

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