Our global analysts share some of the latest headlines across the globe. Here's what you need to know. Europe: Salling Group have ended its Basalt format, after trailing the hard discount concept the retailer has decided to not continue  In the Netherlands, Albert Heijn’s home delivery and store supply services in the centre of Rotterdam are powered by 100% electric energy. W...

With Aldi launching an online grocery service in Germany, and Lidl a non-food offering in France this week, we once again ask the question: How much are the discounters willing to invest in their online proposition? This week’s developments… Aldi Sud is launching an online delivery service for groceries for the first time in Germany . The discounter is testing the new offer under the nam...

We look at some of the latest developments from Aldi around the world.  New private label range for Aldi Süd in Germany  In Germany, Aldi Süd has started to test a new private label brand, “Einfach Gut” (Simply Good), which will be even cheaper compared to traditional entry level products. The retailer has also announced it will be adding more organic products to its range, as well as addin...