Category: Discount Stores
Europe Discount Stores
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Discounters in Switzerland
... Factors such as elevated inflation, lower disposable income, the aftermath of COVID-19, and Russia’s war in Ukraine have all impacted the economy and pushed consumers towards budget saving solutions, such as shopping at discounters. The ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Switzerland
... consumers due to their generally longer opening hours (often open 24/7 or at least until midnight or 01.00hrs). Most outlets are also located in convenient locations, either in high traffic areas or remote locations with ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in the United Kingdom
... have become increasingly common, strengthening the relevance of this retail format. While convenience retailers historically commanded premium pricing, the cost-of-living crisis in the UK has prompted various players to introduce a wider range... Euromonitor International's ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in the United Kingdom
... as the ongoing shift towards e-commerce and cautious discretionary spending continued to weigh on the channel. Nevertheless, some consumers sought out department stores for experiential shopping, valuing the opportunity to explore curated... Euromonitor International's General ... Read More
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Discounters in the United Kingdom
... the war in Ukraine. While inflation levels in the UK have been consistently dropping since then, many local consumers continued to be challenged by weak disposable incomes due to economic turmoil. In addition, the price ... Read More
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Discounters in Denmark
... this battle, with players within this channel striving to offer the lowest prices while maintaining profitability. With consumers continuing to struggle with high interest rates and price inflation there was a further shift from other ... Read More
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Discount Stores (UK) - Industry Report
... the most attractive acquisition opportunities • Analyse industry trends • Benchmark their own financial performance Using an exclusive methodology, a quick glance of this Discount Stores (UK) report will tell you the companies that have ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in the Czech Republic
... stores are falling out of favour with Czech customers, losing out to shopping centres and supermarkets offering a wide variety of quality branded products. There remained only 15 department stores in the Czech Republic in ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in the Czech Republic
... retailers. Overall, growth in 2022 and 2023 was mainly caused by price increases associated with high inflation. During this time, retail volume sales through the convenience channel decreased as consumers looked to economise and save. ... Read More
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Discounters in the Czech Republic
... worsened the economic situation for consumers, resulting in a decline in the volume of purchases in general. In 2024, much lower inflation and slower unit price rises eased the pressure on households, increasing purchases but ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Slovakia
... and uncertainty due to potential new taxes, negatively affected spending in convenience stores. Euromonitor International's Convenience Retailers in Slovakia report offers insight into key trends and developments driving the industry. The report examines all retail ... Read More
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Discounters in Slovakia
... perceived as a strong value-for-money option by local shoppers. Retail price growth continued to drive the increase in value sales in 2024, even though inflation slowed significantly compared to 2023. Notable innovations in product advertising, ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in Slovakia
... sensitive behaviour, and consumers actions to save money. This shift in spending priorities significantly boosted the popularity of value-for-money offers, with variety stores seeing positive growth as a consequence. Promotion and marketing support remained... Euromonitor ... Read More
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Discounters in Portugal
... goods and utilities, leading to reduced consumer spending power and more strategic purchasing habits. That said, within this economic landscape, discounters face competition from other grocery channels such as supermarkets, which are increasingly placing a ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Portugal
... networks, with logistical support offered through the partnerships themselves, along with the availability of various discounts and loyalty cards, which continue to attract small independent retailers to join the larger networks. For example, Auchan Retail ... Read More
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Discounters in Hungary
... by enduring appreciation for the competitive price positioning of this format, which has become increasingly attractive to local consumers in recent years as high inflation has eroded purchasing power and squeezed household budgets. They also ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Italy
... more consumers returning to the workplace in 2024. This growth was also fuelled by a further increase in tourism, especially in city centre locations. Proximity remained key to the success of convenience stores with consumers ... Read More
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Discounters in Italy
... inflation stabilised in 2024 many consumers remained under significant financial pressure due to factors such high interest rates. Additionally, although wages saw stronger growth in 2024 they remained below pre-pandemic levels when adjusted for inflation. ... Read More
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Discounters in Poland
... for example, Polish consumers are prioritising cost savings and seeking out cheaper products, promotions and private label options. Discount stores are capitalising on this trend, offering competitive prices, a wide product range and convenient locatio... ... Read More
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Discounters in Romania
... discounters were the best performing grocery retailers in terms of value growth. There was also further opening of new outlets. Euromonitor International's Discounters in Romania report offers insight into key trends and developments driving the ... Read More
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Discounters in Sweden
... real wages, and improving consumer spending confidence, many people remain price-sensitive and continue to seek value for money. Indeed, there is an element of polarisation occurring in retail in Sweden. As the country’s economy improves, ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Poland
... continues to be a significant advantage for convenience stores, attracting customers who prefer to avoid larger stores located on the outskirts of cities. Euromonitor International's Convenience Retailers in Poland report offers insight into key trends ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in France
... of low-cost items. Moreover, variety stores are increasingly serving as essential channels for liquidating unsold inventory from retailers struggling with significant merchandise surpluses that disrupt supply chains. Euromonitor International's General Merchandise Stores in France report ... Read More
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Discounters in Belgium
... as consumers looked for the most affordable prices when shopping for their groceries. However, in 2024 some consumers returned to doing their grocery shopping in supermarkets where there is generally a wider range of products ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in Belgium
... see declining sales in current value terms in 2024. In July 2024, the Galeria Inno chain was sold to Axcent of Scandinavia AB. Despite the struggles being faced by the chain, it has also established ... Read More
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