Discount Retail Chain Lidl's and Kaufland's mother company the German Schwarz Group integrate from October the Göbber Group, a traditional manufacturer of jams, honey and fruit fillings for baked goods. With the acquisition, Schwarz Produktion is relying on valuable knowledge and ensuring the supply of private label goods for Lidl and Kaufland. This will strengthen the ecosystem of our retail group and integrate our value chain even more closely. This is how we increase resilience and sovereignty.  This strategic vertical integration step is closely linked to social responsibility: With this growth, Schwarz Produktion not only ensures the continuous food supply of the retail divisions, but also the long-term stability and continuity at the Eystrup site in Lower Saxony.  The integration recently started with a welcome event where Göbber's experienced factory team came together to get to know Schwarz Produktion. The focus was on open communication and the approach of combining Göbber's proven strengths and expertise with the extensive resources, stability and network of Schwarz Produktion. Founded in 1888, Göbber employs around 350 people and produces annual sales of 70,000 tonnes of fruit spreads and honey. For Schwarz Produktion, the site in Eystrup will be the second in Lower Saxony. Since 2001, the MEG Löningen beverage plant has been located in Löningen, which produces soft drinks and mineral water for the trading companies  Lidl in Germany  and  Kaufland  and employs around 270 people.  With the new plant in Eystrup, Schwarz Produktion is using Göbber's tradition and experience to strengthen the resilience of the value chain and secure supply for the future.   #smartdiscount #lidl #kaufland #schwarzproduktion #harddiscount #hd #germany #verticalintegration #supplychain #scm #expansion #growth #development #goebber #honey #jam #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google

Discount Retail Chain Lidl Foundation has achieved the highest profit in its history. Despite ongoing economic challenges and intense competition, Lidl has not only maintained but expanded its position in global food retail. The significance of this achievement lies not just in the numbers, but in how it was accomplished. In an era of high inflation, shifting consumer habits, and rising costs for energy, logistics, and personnel, Lidl demonstrates that consistent process optimization, data-driven management, and investments in sustainability yield long-term benefits. While many competitors are hoping for recovery, Lidl provides strong key figures, proving that the discounter model is far from obsolete. On the contrary, it is evolving, becoming more digital, efficient, and global. Strategic focus and operational excellence as success factors Examining the figures reveals how closely strategy and operational execution are linked at Lidl. A relentless focus on price leadership, along with clearly defined quality and sustainability goals, achieves a rare balance between profitability and responsibility. The 2024/25 period saw significant investments in logistics and IT infrastructure. Modern distribution centers, automated warehouse processes, and AI-powered demand planning systems have boosted efficiency across nearly every market. Simultaneously, increasing digitalization in purchasing and store management enhances transparency and responsiveness. Another key to success is the international coordination within the Schwarz Group. Synergies between Lidl and Kaufland, particularly in procurement and sustainability, are increasingly effective. While Lidl continues to rely on standardized processes and scalable structures, there is ample room for local adaptations, a crucial advantage in the diverse European market. Progress is also evident in the product range: more own brands, a clear sustainability strategy, and strengthened regional supply chains have enhanced the brand image and boosted customer loyalty. Thus, Lidl has managed to combine profitability with growing brand trust, a feat few discounters achieve. A uniform pricing strategy ensures that Lidl customers from north to south encounter the same prices in the basic range. Lidl sends a signal to the industry: Growth through change The record profit of the Lidl Foundation in the 2024/25 financial year, exceeding €2.3 billion with a profitability of around 2.4%, is more than just a financial triumph, it is a strategic declaration. Lidl illustrates that classic discounting is no longer merely a low-price business, but a dynamic, data-driven system combining efficiency and innovation. Especially in a time when margin pressure and consumer caution challenge many retailers, Lidl capitalizes on the strength of its processes. The company leverages modern technologies to make decisions faster, more accurately, and more sustainably. Meanwhile, the core philosophy remains unchanged: high quality at the best price, as the slogan states: Lidl is worth it... For the industry, this result serves as both a wake-up call and an inspiration. It demonstrates that size and agility are not mutually exclusive, and that strategic discipline paired with technological advancement are the key success factors in modern retail. With the record year 2024/25, the Lidl Foundation cements its position as a benchmark in international discounting. The group convincingly shows that efficiency, innovation, and responsibility can coexist, and that even in the fiercely competitive food retail sector, growth through change is still achievable. Thus, the necessary discounter is already well-prepared to expand into more countries worldwide in the near future. There is also sufficient liquidity to intensify efforts in still-developing markets like the USA. We eagerly anticipate how the Swabian Express will continue to evolve in the coming years and what long-term role the little sister Kaufland will play in the business. #smartdiscount #lidl #foundation #profit #hardiscount #hd #ebit #returns #highest #efficiency #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google

Discount Retail Chain Biedronka whose main market is Poland booked a net profit of €214 million (US $250 million) in the quarter. Net sales rose nearly 8% to €9.14 billion and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) increased about 12% to €664 million. 'We confirm the outlook disclosed on 1 August 2025. In an uncertain environment, our banners remain committed to ensuring price competitiveness, sustaining consumer preference, and reinforcing our market positions,' the company said in a statement. It said the 9.2% minimum wage increase in Poland boosted household disposable income, but 'competitive intensity shows no signs of easing in a food retail market that offers muted growth'. Performance Highlights In Colombia, the discount retail chain Ara reported double-digit sales growth of 19.5% in local currency. In euros, sales increased by 14.9% to 798 million, the company noted. In the first nine months of the year, group sales at listed mother company Jerónimo Martins grew by 7.1%, while EBITDA increased by 10.9%. Net profit amounted to €484 million, or 10% higher than in the first nine months of the previous year, with good performance across all banners. Read more: Jerónimo Martins' Quarterly Profit Jumps 15% On Higher Sales | ESM Magazine #smartdiscount #poland #colombia #biedronka #ara #jeronimomartins #expansion #growth #development #profit #revenues #sales #drc #discount #retail #consulting #harddiscount #hd #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google

Discount Variety Retail Chain TEDi, one of Europe’s largest discounters with more than 3,600 stores across 15 countries, has selected Board`s Enterprise Planning Platform to bring its financial, operational and merchandise planning onto a single, unified platform. With annual sales exceeding €3 billion, TEDi is preparing for its next phase of growth, aiming to expand its store network to 5,000 locations in the coming years. The Board Enterprise Planning Platform will support this expansion by unifying cost center planning across all 15 European countries, including intercompany billing, and tightly linking financial and operational planning to strengthen efficiency and decision-making. “Our vision is to manage all relevant business processes via a single platform, from planning to implementation. In Board, we have found a partner who impressed us with their technology and understands and supports our growth ambitions,” said Verena Siemes, TEDi’s Director IT. The rollout is scheduled to go live in July 2026, covering key areas such as fiscal year planning, store expansion, assortment and sales, logistics capacity, purchasing and promotions, and workforce planning. “This partnership shows how the Board Enterprise Planning Platform can scale to meet the complex planning needs of leading retailers,” said Björn Stauss, Country Manager DACH at Board. “We’re proud to support TEDi as it unifies planning across finance, operations, and merchandise.” Together, TEDi and Board are creating a blueprint for how retailers can unify finance and operations to scale efficiently across international markets. To learn more, visit Board and www.tedi.com About TEDi TEDi is Europe’s leading non-food discount retailer, offering the widest variety of products at affordable prices. Founded in Germany in 2004, TEDi is now present in 15 European countries with over 3,600 stores. The non-food discounter continues its growth trajectory and plans to establish a network of 5,000 stores across Europe in the medium term. TEDi is full of ideas. It offers a wide range of products in the areas of stationery, crafting, decoration, household items, party supplies, and trendy products. The assortment is complemented by toys, DIY products, confectionery, and pet supplies. TEDi focuses on good quality at low prices, providing both branded and private label products. 5,000 items in the assortment are permanently available for 1 Euro or less. Social responsibility and environmental protection are particularly important to TEDi. For more information, visit www.tedi.com. About Board Board is the Enterprise Planning Platform built to accelerate business performance, enable continuous planning, and drive confident, aligned decisions. It powers more accurate forecasts with real-time visibility into enterprise and external data. It unifies finance and operations with a single source of the truth. And with AI-augmented experiences for every role, teams can continuously make smarter decisions for predictable, profitable business outcomes. That’s why visionary global brands including H&M, BASF, Burberry, Toyota, Coca-Cola, HSBC, and thousands more trust Board to navigate complex markets with confidence. Read more: TEDi Partners with Board to Unify and Modernize Business Planning | Board #smartdiscount #tedi #tengelmann #germany #expansion #growth #development #stores #european #drc #discount #harddiscount #hd #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google #it #planning

Discount Variety Retail Chain Action, the international discount retailer for non-food products, opened today its first store in Romania, in the city of Pitești. Romania thus becomes the fourteenth country in which Action is present. Starting today, the inhabitants of Pitesti and visitors to the city can enjoy the Action formula: 6,000 quality, increasingly sustainable products, from 14 categories (from detergents, cleaning and personal care to toys and entertainment, DIY items or garden and outdoor items, all at the lowest price). Action introduces 150 new products every week, for a range that is always relevant. The price of 1,500 Action products is below 5 lei. " We are really excited to open the first Action store in Romania today. This important step marks the beginning of our journey here and we are proud to bring the unique Action formula to Romanian customers, offering them our surprising range of products at the lowest prices. The opening in Pitesti represents the start of a journey through which more and more Romanians will enjoy the Action experience in the coming years. I thank all those who, with dedication and passion, made this opening possible. Our success is based on the commitment of our teams." said Hajir Hajji, CEO Action. With more than 3,000 stores across Europe, Action has around 80,000 employees of 151 nationalities, as diverse as the communities in which it operates. The company created more than 10,500 new jobs in 2024 and is constantly investing in development opportunities such as training and promotions. Last year, more than 3,500 colleagues were promoted to roles with multiple responsibilities. The company continuously invests in quality and sustainability, applying strict standards for suppliers and procurement through the policy on responsible and ethical sourcing. All private label and white label products use cotton, wood and cocoa sourced from 100% certified sustainable sources. Palm oil in food and beverages, as well as Action brand candles, is 100% certified sustainable. Action has set short-term targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, endorsed by the Science Based Targets initiative. Stores do not use gas heating, and all shopping malls, offices, and logistics centers use 100% LED lighting. The new Action store in Pitesti is spacious and easily accessible, and has an area of over 840 sqm. It is located within the Supernova Shopping Center and is open from Monday to Sunday from 09:00 to 21:00. The store is managed by a team of 18 colleagues. To celebrate the opening of the first store in Romania, customers who visited the store in Pitesti had the chance to win a prize at the wheel of fortune, on the opening day. Action Action, the international non-food discount retailer, receives millions of customers every week in more than 3,000 stores in 14 European countries. Customers love the retailer for its surprising range of 6,000 products in 14 categories, covering both everyday needs and items that make life easier and more enjoyable, always at the lowest price. Every week they introduce 150 new products, and keep the range always relevant. Through the Sustainability Programme (ASP), they constantly invest in improving quality and sustainability, on 4 pillars: people, products, planet and partnerships. The company's promise: low prices, big smiles. Next Aldi country will be Croatia. Read more: Action opens the first store in Romania in Pitesti #smartdiscount #action #romania #expansion #growth #development #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #hd #harddiscount #google

Discount Retail Chain PENNY, owned by German REWE, expands in Ilfov County by opening a new store in Afumați, located on Bucharest-Urziceni Road no. 223A. The PENNY network in Romania reaches 427 stores opened nationwide. The new store has a sales area of 885 sqm and 75 parking spaces, 4 of which are reserved for people with disabilities. The opening hours of the store in Afumați are from Monday to Saturday between 7:00 and 22:00, and on Sundays between 8:00 and 20:00. The improved shopping experience in the new PENNY store highlights the company's commitment to expanding the portfolio of 3RO products, products with the main ingredient in Romania, processed and packaged in Romania. Customers find in the store an extensive area for fresh products and private labels, with clear signage of promotions and categories of essential products. In addition, the new PENNY store in Afumați, Ilfov County, offers convenient solutions for customers' dynamic lifestyles, including a wide range of ready-to-eat, ready-to-eat products, as well as refrigerated or frozen options. This opening is part of the PENNY Point strategy, built on seven pillars: improved experience in stores, expansion, Romanian products, people, digitalization, sustainability and integrated communication. PENNY PENNY is the successful concept of the German group REWE and one of the most active retailers in Romania, with the first store opened on the local market in 2005. The entire network is served by four logistics centers located in the localities of Stefanestii de Jos, Turda, Bacău and Filiași. Currently, the PENNY network in Romania consists of 427 stores nationwide and a dedicated team of over 7,500 employees. The retailer is among the top organizations that received the title of Top Employer 2025 in Romania. The Top Employer certification reflects the care and commitment to the team and performance in human resources practices. Read more: PENNY opens a store in Afumați, Ilfov county and reaches 427 stores nationwide #smartdiscount #penny #rewe #expansion #romania #growth #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google #harddiscoutn #hd

South Africa’s formal independent retail and wholesale sector is a R268 billion juggernaut, with it increasingly becoming an attractive shopping destination for households. The sector has historically catered to independent informal traders, particularly spaza shop owners, by selling in bulk in the typical cash and carry format. However, in recent years, households have shifted their shopping habits to include more visits to independent wholesalers.  This growth is largely driven by South African consumers’ search for value, with wholesalers offering products in bulk at lower prices than traditional retailers. South Africa’s formal independent retail and wholesale sector is now valued at R268 billion, accounting for nearly a third of the country’s FMCG market, according to the latest Trade Intelligence Formal Independent Channel Report. This sector is a critical supply line for informal traders and an increasingly attractive shopping destination for households, the research firm said.  Overall, the formal independent sector comprises wholesalers, hybrids, hypermarkets and supermarkets that operate outside of JSE-listed corporate chains.  Trade Intelligence data shows that 11% of South African households shop in the sector – the same reach as Clicks, nearly four times Woolworths, and not far off Checkers at 18%.  With continuous investment in store layouts, merchandising and service, the old perception of ‘cash & carry’ as purely trader-focused is fading fast, Trade Intelligence said. A large portion of this channel is made up of wholesalers, hybrids, and hypermarkets.  Independent wholesalers, who sell in bulk to businesses such as hospitality and informal traders and hybrids, who serve both traders and household shoppers, are a key route into the informal economy. “Independent wholesale is key to the economy because it is the supply chain that feeds the informal market, from tuckshops and spazas to schools and midi-wholesalers,” Unitrade Management Services (UMS) CEO Jad Pereira said.  UMS is South Africa’s largest network of independent wholesalers and retailers supporting more than 300 stores nationwide. “It’s been proven to be the most effective supply chain in the country, and corporates have tried it before without success,” Pereira said. According to Trade Intelligence, 95% of informal traders source their stock through independent wholesalers, making the sector a vital enabler of entrepreneurship and employment. Taking on traditional retailers South African households are under increasing financial pressure, with some making the shift towards shopping at wholesalers rather than traditional retailers. There has also been a noticeable rise in the popularity of value retailers from Shoprite’s Usave brand to Boxer and Best Before. Shoppers under economic pressure are increasingly turning to independent hypermarkets and wholesalers for value, Trade Intelligence said. This is accelerating the rise of hybrid wholsealers, which now make up 92% of the wholesale and hyper footprint. At the same time, independents are stepping into corporate retail territory with supermarket-style formats. “Many independents now offer full fresh departments, bakeries and butcheries, alongside bulk ranges,” Trade Intelligence insights lead Andrea Slabber said. “They’re evolving into true one-stop destinations, which makes them more attractive not only to traders but also to everyday household shoppers. Our independent retailers have upscaled dramatically,” “From product range to pricing, quality and store experience, they now rival and often outperform corporate stores. And because independents are agile, they can change formats, pack sizes or promotions overnight, something larger groups simply can’t do,” Pereira said. That agility is matched by a deep local focus, with independents looking to beat our national chains by offering specific products to particular communities. Independent retailers stock products from local farmers and smaller suppliers who cannot scale into corporate chains.  “The sector’s role is more than transactional. It keeps prices competitive, creates access for emerging suppliers, and anchors communities with both jobs and social support,” Slabber said.  “For brands, it’s also a channel where in-store activations and direct shopper engagement are easier to execute than in corporates.” Looking ahead, Pereira is upbeat. “If we can be successful in an economy with 42% unemployment and high crime, just imagine the upside when conditions improve. Growth prospects for independents are massive.” Read more: South Africa’s R268 billion retail giant taking on Shoprite, Pick n Pay and SPAR – Daily Investor #smartdiscount #rsa #southafrica #independent #growth #drc #discount #retail #consulting #harddiscount #hd #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google #Shoprite #PicknPay #SPAR

Discount Retail Chain Lidl Italy will open its first store closer to a city center between the end of October-the beginning of November in Via Solari, in Milan. Also in the Lombard capital, further openings are planned in similar areas throughout 2026 and a similar expansion will take place in Rome, where the discount brand is currently present in a central area such as via Lega Lombarda. At the same time, it will continue in the same direction in urban hubs of different sizes, compared to Milan and Rome, ranging from Genoa to Bari, from Naples to Turin. Directly inside the stores, however, the German large-scale retail group has decided to expand the assortment again by strengthening some product categories. Through its private labels, it will focus among others on vegan products under the Vemondo brand, on regional specialties and even on non-food references between the sport of the Crivit brand and the do-it-yourself of Parkside. The discount store is no longer just convenience The broader commercial strategy, in which to include these initiatives, is that "we try to reach new customer groups by going beyond the classic concept of discounters. Convenience remains the focus but, today, the consumer frequents several stores of different types for various reasons. The convenience of a local store or the search for sustainable products can intervene in his choice of visit," Gianfranco Brunetti, CEO of the customer area of Lidl Italia, explains to ItaliaOggi. "It is in this perspective that our first international branding campaign Lidl is really worth, just launched, should be interpreted. It is a communication plan that means that our offer is complete at 360°: it does not only take into account convenience but, precisely, also respect for the environment or made in Italy productions». Moreover, Lidl's communication strategy pushes on the general values of the brand after having addressed individual issues with other previous and recent initiatives, such as the summer one on fruit and vegetables with the ironic title Il vero fruto del amor or having presided over social networks such as Instagram and TikTok (the latter together with rapper and artist Myss Keta). At the discount store even 3 times a week It is true that other discounters have already started the phase in which they want to build customer loyalty by filling the traditional concept of discount=savings with values, but now perhaps the most surprising fact is that Italians already go to this type of store for many other reasons. To confirm this, there is a frequency of visits that, on average, reaches 2-3 weekly expenses compared to the initial one only once, to do the so-called big shopping. Starting from this information, therefore, "we process in particular the sales data that come from the more than 7 million subscribers to our Lidl Plus loyalty card," Brunetti points out. "Among the evidences there is both the importance of fresh products and the rotisserie corner, confirming general market trends, and that of our private label which covers 80% of the offer with 3,500 references. The remaining 20% guaranteed by the brands completes the offer", chosen by customers in detail also to treat themselves with a snack or in the choice of pasta or carbonated drinks. The presence of well-known brands has something comforting for the customer, even if private label is now liked not only for its convenience but also because it has been able to build customer loyalty, according to the CEO of the customer area of Lidl Italy. Lidl Italia's goals Operationally, the group confirms its goal of reaching one thousand stores in Italy by 2030, with an average of 50 openings per year, and the current expansion trajectory is aimed precisely at urban centers. But will retail and assortment expansion be supported by new formats, perhaps non-food, or by the acquisition of manufacturing companies, moving up the supply chain as in the case of New Princes, which recently bought Carrefour's Italian activities? "At the moment, the store formats remain the current ones and the group experimentation of a non-food store only remains a single test. There are no acquisitions of manufacturing companies from the Peninsula on the agenda, also because this is already happening at the level of the international network for synergistic reasons. We do not exclude, however, the acquisition of stores from other networks," concludes Gianfranco Brunetti. Read more: I discount vogliono i centri città ma Lidl accelera. A Milano, Roma e non solo - ItaliaOggi.it #smartdiscount #lidl #expansion #italy #growth #city #centre #milan #rome #harddiscount #discount #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google

Discount Retail Chain Biedronka's mother company the Portuguese distribution chain Jerónimo Martins delivered a strong first half of fiscal 2025, with comparable sales and EBITDA in the second quarter, albeit above expectations, driven by the strong performance of most of the distribution group's brands. Poland would be another of the failed markets of the French supermarket, where since 2024 the management has considered two paths, divestment or restructuring the business model. In this sense, with the possible withdrawal of Carrefour in Poland, Jerónimo Martins could accelerate its growth and expansion in the country. The retail distribution group Jerónimo Martins, in Poland, is present under its Biedronka brand, which has achieved comparable sales of 5.3% more year-on-year, albeit in line with the consensus. "Despite strong second-quarter results, the stock is down roughly 4.5%, likely reflecting investors' concerns about the second half. Management's caution in the face of intensifying competitive dynamics and continued weakness in Polish demand was not well received," Alpha Value analysts note. THE BIEDRONKA FORTRESS INSIDE JERÓNIMO MARTINS Against this backdrop, Biedronka gained 20 basis points of market share in the first half of fiscal 2025, despite unfavourable weather conditions in June. As expected, shopping basket inflation was lower than domestic food inflation, reflecting the company's continued focus on price competitiveness. However, in the first half of 2025, the EBITDA margin of the Jerónimo Martins group expanded by 20 basis points year-on-year, to 6.4%. If we analyse it by segment, in Poland, under its Biedronka brand, the retail group achieved an EBITDA margin of 10 basis points to 7.7%. Biedronka plans to open between 130 and 150 new stores by the end of 2025 "The annualisation of the VAT policy in April 2024 could have contributed to the reduction in food inflation figures. According to the CFO, volumes remained stable in the first half (slightly below expectations) due to weak consumer demand, despite the 9.2% increase in the minimum wage," Alpha Value experts add. Nonetheless, competitive intensity remains high, and management said promotional activity has not decreased. Even so, Biedronka plans to open between 130 and 150 new stores, and remodel around 200 stores by the end of this fiscal year. An expansion that may have to do with the future disappearance of Carrefour, and with the ambition of Jerónimo Martins to occupy the space left free by the French supermarket. In Poland, Jerónimo Martins got profitability improvements driven by efficiency gains, cost-cutting initiatives, and easier gross margin comparables since the beginning of 2024 (when a major campaign was launched). Likewise, both Colombian discount chain Ara and Pingo Doce exceeded the expectations of market analysts, while Hebe underperformed both in sales and in the margin itself. On the other hand, as for Biedronka, it maintained its market share, but faced a weakness in sales volume due to competitive pressure. CARREFOUR'S PROBLEMS IN POLAND In this sense, the problems in Poland are not new. In other words, on December 16, 2024, MERCA2 already announced that Carrefour was exploring a total sale or the sale of a significant stake to an interesting suitor (it may be from the sector or venture capital), an operation that is directly related to the enormous low performance that the French distribution group is having compared to its competitors. Following this line, Poland would be another of the failed markets of the French supermarket, where since 2024 the management has considered two paths, to divest or to restructure the business model and not have to abandon another market, so as not to have burdens that take away the good numbers of the group in other countries such as Spain or France. "Investors are waiting for the outcome of the ongoing strategic and commercial review. We would not be surprised if management announced the exit of one or two countries and a greater focus on Latin America," add Alpha Value's experts. These statements support the possibility that Carrefour will also leave its business in Poland, being one of the countries with the lowest percentage of sales within the Group. Read more: Carrefour prepares its farewell in Poland and Jerónimo Martins is positioned to occupy space #smartdiscount   #biedronka   #growth   #expansion   #acquisition   #carrefour  #harddiscount #poland   #drc   #discount   #retail   #consulting   #discountretail   #discountretailconsulting   #retailconsulting   #google #hd

Discount Retail Chain ALDI China opened a new store in Wuxi Economic Development District, Wuxi, Jiangsu province, on July 19. ALDI is recognized for its premium products at affordable prices, has been growing in China since 2019. During its opening week, the new store featured exclusive promotions and giveaways attracting more than 30,000 customers on the first day. The new ALDI store is situated in the center of WEDD, adjacent to Jingui Park Station on Subway Line 1. This strategic location provides convenient access for residents and commuters alike. ALDI's iconic full-case displays, optimized inventory management, and self-checkout systems aim to enhance shopping efficiency and enjoyment, reducing time and effort. ALDI China offers more than 80% locally sourced suppliers, complemented by global supply chain management and quality control. Prepare to embrace a new lifestyle of "good quality, low prices" in Wuxi soon. Aldi plans to open hundreds of new stores in China The middle class of the Chinese population is growing rapidly, ​​reason enough for the German discounter ALDI to open many new stores in one of its "most interesting markets." The food discounter ALDI SOUTH GROUP is planning hundreds of new stores in China. "China is and remains one of the most interesting markets in all areas, and the rapidly growing size of the middle class is leading to enormous potential in the food market," ALDI China CEO Roman Rasinger told the "Handelsblatt" (Monday edition). So far, ALDI is only present in Shanghai. The city, with its 25 million inhabitants, and the Yangtze River Delta with over 100 million inhabitants, are "currently a priority" for ALDI, Rasinger told the newspaper. Three years ago, ALDI opened its first stores in Shanghai. The report stated that the retailer has now gained so much experience with the new market that it can accelerate its further expansion. Rasinger sees potential for a three-digit number of stores in Shanghai alone. ALDI targets cities with a population of one million in the Yangtze Delta But ALDI's plans already go beyond that. The Yangtze Delta is home to numerous other cities with a population of one million, such as Hangzhou and Nanjing. "Which city will be next is currently being evaluated," reported Rasinger. Aldi has great potential to fill "blank spots on the supply map." Unlike in Germany, ALDI does part of its business in China through e-commerce and delivery services. ALDI SOUTH does not disclose sales figures in China. However, according to the report, the market research firm WGSN estimates that the discounter is likely to generate sales of $80 million (€78.3 million) from its stores in China this year. See here the latest opening video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gGczOX-cVM #smartdiscount #aldi #expansion #growth #development #harddiscount #hd #valueformoney #china #lowprice #goodquality #wuxi #shanghai #stores #success #customers #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google

Discount Retail Chain Aldi South has assigned Publicis Media for its global media planning and buying work following a lengthy competitive pitch. Publicis won the review with a bespoke model, Aldi One. The win covers all of Aldi’s markets, including Europe, Australia, USA and China, where Publicis’ Zenith was the incumbent. Zenith had had previously retained the account in October 2022 after first winning it in 2016. It’s widely known in the market that Zenith has produced very strong work for Aldi over the years. In October 2022, COMvergence reported the account to be worth US$33 million. The pitch started back in January, with WPP Media and Omnicom Media Group also in the mix. Globally, the global Aldi South account is thought to be worth some US$871 million, again according to COMvergence. BMF is Aldi UK’s local creative agency. Read more: Publicis Retains Aldi's Global Media Work With Bespoke Aldi One Model - B&T #smartdiscount #aldi #publicis #marketing #communication #harddiscount #hd #media #aldione #global #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #consulting #google #bmf

Discount Retail Chain Tiendas 3B is expanding its footprint in the Mexican retail market, achieving a penetration of 91%, according to a new study by Kantar México. The “Consumer Insights Q1 2025” report from Kantar’s Worldpanel division reveals Tiendas 3B nearing Bodega Aurrera’s 94% penetration rate. The hard discount chain outperformed competitors like Tiendas Neto and OXXO in store visits, visit frequency, and items purchased per trip. Fabiola de la Portilla, Director of Strategy and Business Development, Kantar Mexico, noted that Walmart de México experienced a decline in consumer spending share for the second consecutive quarter. Tiendas 3B shoppers averaged 24 visits per quarter, compared to Bodega Aurrera’s 21, particularly in central Mexico and the Valley of Mexico. However, Bodega Aurrera retained its lead in average basket size and spending, with shoppers purchasing 11 items per visit and spending an average of MX$325 (US$17.20). Tiendas 3B shoppers bought six items and spent MX$114 per visit on average.  “The key challenge for Tiendas 3B is to increase the number of items per basket,” said De la Portilla during the report presentation. “The foundation is in place for continued growth.” Sustained inflation is driving the shift toward hard discount retailers, as consumers prioritize lower prices, affordable brands, and bundled promotions in single-store formats. This trend has bolstered 3B’s value-driven model. Price clubs have also seen growth, with shopping frequency rising from 2.5 visits in 1Q23 to 3.0 visits in 1Q25, reflecting more regular shopping habits in this channel. Read more: Tiendas 3B Hits 91% Market Penetration, Outpaces Neto and OXXO #smartdiscount #t3b #tiendas3b #neto #oxxo #harddiscount #hd #marketpenetration #mexico #expansion #growth #development #drc #discount #retail #consulting #discountretail #discountretailconsulting #retailconsulting #google