Autor: María Semprún

Inviting you to join the club in times of doubt and uncertainty could be a great Walmart advertisement to accelerate the expansion of its Sam’s Club stores as competition intensifies with warehouse rivals Costco and BJ’s Wholesale Club. All three have set ambitious expansion plans and have been mapping out their strategies to try to protect their buyers from the worst inflationary impacts of tariffs as imports are affected by higher import costs. Walmart said it wants to open 15 new locations per year «for the foreseeable future» and is also willing to remodel all of its roughly 600 existing…

For the eighth consecutive week, foot traffic at Target stores has declined, marking a troubling trend that began shortly after the company announced changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program in late January. There’s a big question: «Do boycotts still work?» If we look only at foot traffic, the answer is yes. According to data from Placer.ai, foot traffic at Target stores during the week of March 17 fell 5.7% year-over-year, following an average weekly decline of 6.2% over the previous eight weeks. Target’s decision to modify its DEI program signaled a shift in the brand’s investment and…

Primark, the global value fashion retailer, continues its expansion in the United States, including the South.Primark is expanding its presence with three new stores in Texas (The Parks Mall, Arlington), South Carolina (Haywood Mall, Greenville), and Georgia (Augusta Mall, Augusta). With a total area of ​​96,400 square feet across the three stores, the new locations mark the chain’s entry into South Carolina and Georgia.»We’re proud to introduce Primark to South Carolina and Georgia for the first time, while also strengthening our presence in Texas, following our initial opening in the state late last year,» said Kevin Tulip, President of Primark…

The Fresh Market announced on Wednesday, March 19, the grand opening of its newest store in Algonquin, Illinois, marking the premium supermarket chain’s eighth opening in the Chicagoland area and its fourth in the last five months. Committed to providing high-quality fresh foods and an exceptional shopping experience, The Fresh Market is pleased to bring its passion for freshness, unmatched service, and hospitality to Algonquin.Local officials, including the local Chamber of Commerce, city government, and representatives from the Northern Illinois Food Bank, were on hand to celebrate the grand opening of the 27,000-square-foot store. Guests joined the store team at…

Food inflation has been a major headache for large supermarket chains, but an opportunity for a previously unknown discount supermarket chain with a unique culture.The fastest-growing supermarket chain in the U.S. (in terms of number of stores and traffic) probably isn’t the one you imagine.It may be one you’ve barely heard of or haven’t even visited yet. Its e-commerce capabilities are practically nonexistent compared to its competitors.Their stores are about half the size of an average supermarket (18,000 square feet versus 38,000). Products are often displayed in large shipping boxes that clog the aisles. You won’t find the national brands…

Qdoba Mexican Eats continues to plan its massive expansion.The Mexican fast-casual chain has announced the addition of 33 new locations to its development pipeline, bringing its total restaurant commitments to more than 500. Through several significant franchise agreements, Qdoba will soon expand its presence in the Northeast, Midwest, and beyond.»Qdoba’s momentum continues to accelerate, driven by strong franchise partnerships and a commitment to quality,» said Jeremy Vitaro, Qdoba’s director of development. «We’re excited to welcome new franchisees who bring industry expertise and a shared passion for original flavors. By surpassing 500 development commitments, we’re solidifying our position as a leading…

When Best Buy launches its new US marketplace this summer, it will not only expand its product range but also lay the groundwork for a more robust advertising business. While Amazon and Walmart, leaders in retail media, have diversified their advertising revenue streams through thousands of marketplace sellers, the opportunity for Best Buy is just around the corner. By creating a dynamic third-party marketplace, Best Buy could monetize more searches, access a new advertiser base beyond its current portfolio of big brands, and introduce new advertising formats tailored to a broader product selection.As CEO Corie Barry noted during the company’s…

As retail media networks multiply (there are hundreds of online networks and spending is expected to reach $1.1 billion), $62 billion (in the US alone by 2025), many brands are finding themselves caught in a cycle of mandatory investment. What started as an opportunity has become what some see as an implicit tax: another mandatory payment for shelf space, favorable trading terms, or simply to appear when consumers search for products by name.Harvey Ma, who runs Sam’s Club’s Member Access Platform (MAP), is determined to change the narrative. “If my retail media investments become a tax on a brand, what…

Aldi is looking to tap into the growing world of wine enthusiasts on social media with the launch of its Winefluencer Club, an initiative that makes wine tasting more fun and accessible.Wine is not just the domain of qualified experts and expensive bottles. Today, a new wave of wine lovers are taking social media to share their passion for wine, while breaking down the jargon in an accessible and engaging way.Whether through Instagram reels, TikTok reviews or YouTube tutorials, wine influencers, or “winefluencers,” are making wine tasting more accessible, without the intimidation of traditional wine culture.Aldi is embracing this change…

New research reveals that home and living company IKEA will offer the best customer experience for e-commerce shoppers in 2025.The Retail Ranking report, by Refined Commerce, analysed 100 of the UK’s largest ecommerce sites across 12 sub-sectors and used a range of elements to determine the sub-sectors and brands best suited to customers, including page speed, responsiveness, visibility on Google and accessibility. IKEA was found to have the least amount of site jitters, as indicated by its CLS score, fast responsiveness to user interactions (INP), and only one accessibility issue at the time of analysis.Page speed is critical for shoppers as…