Aldi news

There are fresh rumours circulating about a possible merger of the two retail giants, which parted ways over 60 years ago. We take a look at what we know so far.  The current picture at a glance  Following the split in 1961, the two halves of the business have operated separately, with distinct geographical areas. The markets that they cover are summarised below:  Aldi Nord: Germ...

Our global analysts share some of the latest headlines across the globe. Here's what you need to know. Europe Aldi Supplier Conference from IGD - Tuesday 4 July 2023 The Aldi leadership team welcomes you to ICC Birmingham for the Aldi Supplier Conference from IGD. Aldi will be hosting this event in-person for the first time in five years as it outlines its ambitious growth plans. Hybri...

Aldi has initiated a new reward scheme  in England, Scotland and Wales that gives shoppers who spend £30 or more a voucher for children to try out a sports activity. The retailer notes that “ At Aldi, we believe there’s nothing better to keep kids healthy than playing sport. So this summer, we’re giving every child the chance to try a Team GB or Paralympic GB sport for free – whether they fan...

We take a look at some of the latest sustainability news from Aldi around the world, including new packaging for products, recycling expansion and paperless leaflets.   Australian beef mince does away with the tray  In Australia, Aldi’s beef mince is now being sold in plastic bags following a successful trial in selected stores. Removing the plastic trays has led to a 70% reduction in plast...

Aldi has confirmed that it will be opening 5 new stores over June and into July these being Southampton, Whittlesey, Norwich, Castle Donington, and Porthcawl. The openings are part of Aldi’s £400m store development plans for this year. It currently has 990 sites across the UK. George Brown, Real Estate Director at Aldi UK, said: “Demand for Aldi has never been higher, and more than two-th...

The retailer has expanded its partnership with Instacart to offer 30-minute delivery of 2,000 of its most popular products.   Available from most US stores  The new instant delivery proposition will be available from 2,100 stores, which covers most of Aldi’s store network in the US. The retailer currently has just over 2,300 locations and has been aggressively expanding in the country. The ...

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...

In Spain, Aldi has announced its expansion plans for the country, strengthening its store network and continuing to focus on value, sustainability, and private label.  Continued growth across key markets  In 2022, Aldi opened over 40 new stores in Spain, and opened 10 in the first quarter of 2023. It aims to open a total of 50 this year, bringing the number to almost 450 nationwide. The ret...