Discount Variety Retail Chain Dollarcity started 2026 with seven new stores in Lima and regions, reaching 107 stores and reinforcing its expansion in Peru. The Dollarcity chain of multi-category stores started 2026 with a clear sign of expansion in the Peruvian market. After closing 2025 with 100 operating stores nationwide, the company launched a new stage of growth with the opening of seven new stores in different areas of the country during the first weeks of the year. Thi

Discount Retail Chain Arreiou opened in Caxito, in the municipality of Dande, Bengo province, the first commercial area in the region and provided 20 jobs for local youth. In the space of four days, the population gained two commercial surfaces, after the inauguration of the Mangolé supermarket. With these developments, the province of Bengo now has four stores, two of which are in Eskebra, one in Jumbinho and the other in Arreiou. Speaking to the press, the manager of the Ar

Discount Retail Chain Kazyon received a $50 million follow‑on investment from Development Partners International (DPI). The fresh capital injection marks the latest step in DPI’s multi‑year partnership with the company and is intended to accelerate Kazyon’s regional expansion. According to Jade Del Lero Moreau, Partner at DPI, the new funding will help fast‑track Kazyon’s rollout across Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and other targeted markets in the Middle East and North Africa. “Th

Numerator, a consumer data and technology firm, has unveiled its 'Brands to Watch for 2026', spotlighting the fastest-growing CPG and private-label brands. Protein emerged as a key factor among both the rapidly expanding and well-established brands. This year's list of fastest-growing brands underscores the increasing demand for protein. Two protein bar brands, Built Bar and Barebells, secured spots in the top 10, along with four healthier alternatives to traditional favorite

Private-label retail sales in the United States reached a record $282.8 billion across all outlets in 2025, an increase of more than $9 billion from 2024, according to the Private Label Manufacturers Association, citing recently released Circana Unify+ data. “Private-label growth reflects a shift in consumer priorities, as retailer-owned brands increasingly compete — and win — on value, quality, health and sustainability, not just price," said Peggy Davies, president of PLMA

Discount Retail Chain BJ’s Wholesale Club is introducing interactive advertising screens within aisles, complementing the digital end caps already present in its stores. The retailer is expanding its deployment of the Looma in-store digital platform. BJ’s members will now receive personalized wine and cocktail suggestions directly at the shelf in all clubs featuring beer, wine, and liquor sections. BJ’s aims to enhance members' wine and liquor discovery and simplify purchasi

Discount Retail Chain Lidl has invested €105 million in the construction of a logistics centre in Porto Romano (Durres), which is an important step forward in the development of the country's retail infrastructure and supply chain. It is one of the largest foreign investments in Albania's logistics and retail sector. The project is expected to create approximately 2,500 jobs and serve as a foundation for the retailer's future operations across the country, strengthening Alban

Discount Retail Chain ARD Discount, the brand owned by Ergon S.p.A., returned for the sixth consecutive year to Marca, the international private label exhibition in Bologna to present its 2025 results, future projects and new branded products. Marco Sgarioto, CEO of Ergon, underlines the importance of 2 025 for the brand and the value of participation in the two days of the Marca: "2025 was a year of important development for ARD Discount. Among the most significant results,

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

Discount Retail Chain Aldi USA is reinforcing its role as a leading player in the evolving grocery landscape According to a recent article in The Wall Street Journal, Aldi is pushing forward with aggressive growth plans in the U.S., aiming to reach 3200 total stores by the end of 2028. The discount grocer opened nearly 200 locations in 2025 alone, strengthening its position as America’s fastest-growing grocery chain. This surge is fueled by strong demand for affordable optio

Discount Retail Chain Viva, part of Landmark Group, launched its initial two VIVA stores on 18.01.2026 in Riyadh, making Saudi Arabia the third GCC country, following the UAE and Oman, where we have a presence. The discount retail chain expanded into Riyadh, aiming to become a key tenant at Al Saedan's new Oro Square development, providing affordable groceries, fresh produce, and baked goods similar to its UAE stores. ​𝗩𝗜𝗩𝗔 — the value-driven grocery retail brand under 𝗟

Discount Retail Chain ALDI is globally known for affordable groceries, its personal care line, specifically its private label brands like Lacura, is currently exploding on social media. In China, ALDI has recently sparked a "shopping craze" by offering high-end ingredients at "absurdly" low prices. Can a $7 product really replace a $600 luxury brand? ALDI China recently launched its Caviar Luxury Collection, marketed as "the first caviar essence of your life." Price Point: It

Discount Textile Retail Chain Takko Fashion made its 9-month results for the current 2025/2026 financial year public. After record sales in 2024, Takko Fashion saw a slight decline in sales in the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, while its operating result improved. Nevertheless, the textile discounter from German Telgte, present in 17 European countries, calls it a solid performance. Gross margin on the rise Despite a “difficult market environment with conti

Discount Retail Chain Lidl is lacking commitment to the U.S. market. In every other country except the U.S., Lidl either maintains the pace of store openings with Aldi, or Lidl opens more stores than Aldi. Being aggressive against Aldi has paid off for Lidl in terms of growth and market share. However, in the one country where Lidl should be aggressive, USA, they’ve been conservative. For example, ALDI USA is opening 180 stores in 2026 and will operate 3,200 stores by 2028.

Discount Retail Chain SAVA, MAF owned Emirati modern discount retailer combines high-quality products, affordable prices, convenience, and a modern shopping experience. SAVA’s flagship location opened in Deira with a second store at Jumeirah Beach Residences. Two further stores to open this week and 10 locations across the UAE by year-end. Majid Al Futtaim, a leading pioneer in shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has l

Discount Retail Chain Mass, originally from Peru, started 2026 with new openings, reinforcing its expansion and consolidating its presence in the Chilean market. The Peruvian discount chain Mass, belonging to the prestigious Intercorp Group, continues its aggressive expansion in the Chilean market with the opening of new stores. This sustained growth seeks to consolidate a business model that has already demonstrated remarkable operational and commercial efficiency in its cou

In the 2026 retail world, two distinct strategies stand out: the rapid growth of discount retail chains with low price margins and the efforts of experience-focused stores to generate higher margins. While the change in consumer demand and economic pressures are behind the growth of discount stores, experience stores are trying to achieve a sustainable position by investing in customer experience and brand loyalty rather than price competition. The Power of Discount Markets:

Discount Retail Chain Aldi USA continues to capture the attention of American customers. It 's not every day that New Yorkers queue up at dawn to get their hands on the latest German products. But that's exactly what happened on a November morning in downtown Brooklyn. Adrianne Murray and her two daughters waited on the sidewalk at 6:06 a.m., hoping to be among the first 100 people allowed to enter America's newest Aldi supermarket. The Murrays were happy to visit another loc