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Convenience market set to top $1tn turnover, but grocery share will decline
The channel is expected to continue growing, but at a slower rate than the wider grocery sector.
Metcash acquires three IGA stores in Victoria
Metcash said that it may, over time, invest in improvements, equipment, systems, or refurbishments across the stores.
Coles sees sales, demand grow as focus shifts to value
The supermarket giant said it witnessed an increasing demand for “pantry staples” from its consumers.
Woolworths flags caution despite growth as Middle East tensions rise
The supermarket portion of the business said that it would be freezing the price of 300 “household staples”.
Foodstuffs North Island offers support for suppliers hit by fuel crisis
The priority is to help suppliers maintain operations while managing impacts on customers.
How court cases against Woolworths and Coles could change the future of shopping
So most Australians are likely to have seen some of the disputed 'discounts' being fought over in these cases.
Edible Blooms merges three sites to create Australia’s largest of its kind
More than 700 products will be sold, with each brand retaining its own storefront and identity.
Woolworths increases farmer payments amid ‘difficult cost increases’
The supermarket giant said that this added payment has not been passed on to customers.
New Zealand First pledges to ‘end’ supermarket duopoly
“Real competition means real pressure to lower prices, improve value, and treat suppliers fairly,” the announcement said...
Coles announces $1m relief package for farmers in supply chain
“We’re proud to support Australian farmers by investing in the long-term sustainability of the industry,” Coles said.
Woolworths faces the Federal Court, as ACCC seeks a ‘significant penalty’
Woolworths denies the ACCC's allegations.
IGA creates ‘chief chatty officer’ role to ‘genuinely make someone’s day’
Customers genuinely value those small, human interactions, one employee said.
Walmart redesigns Great Value private label brand
The refreshed packaging aims to introduce a more modern visual identity while improving shoppability.
Community food network Box Divvy unveils soft-plastics recycling solution
Box Divvy runs more than 350 neighbourhood food hubs using a decentralised model.
‘Changing the way we shop’: Tesco launches AI-powered meal planner trial
Before a rollout to customers, the company is conducting an internal trial with around 280,000 employees.
Shrinkflation shock: US report shows stark rise in true FMCG prices
InvestorsObserver tracked retail prices and package sizes of selected grocery brands over six years. Here's what they fo...
ACCC changes rules on supplier disclosures for Coles, Woolworths, Aldi
The changes came into effect on April 1.
Supermarkets take centre stage at Sustainable Seafood Awards
The awards celebrate initiatives that improve sustainability standards and traceability.
Woolworths expands own-label portfolio with ethnic foods range
The expansion introduces three new brand labels to the grocery aisles.
Woolworths fined for rodent infestation
The retailer had earlier pleaded guilty to one charge under the Food Act.
