The Italian market has been adapting throughout Q1 2021, as lockdown restrictions have eased. Tuodi has launched a new store format, Tuodi Maxi, which focuses on fresh and affordable products. Meanwhile, Gruppo VéGé has partnered with Glovo to provide home delivery in 40 minutes and Coop Italia has introduced a 100% recycled PET water bottle, as part of its sustainable commitments. Italy reduc...

After SPAR’s local partners in Italy, Hungary and Slovenia report their results and performance in 2020, we round up how they have increased sales and the reasons behind this growth. DESPAR Italia enjoys turnover growth of 8.4% in 2020 Despar Italia reported its turnover reached €3.9 bn in 2020, up 8.4% on 2019’s results. While demand was aided by the pandemic, the company said its performa...

Carrefour reported turnover rose 2.2%, at constant exchange rates, to €18.56 bn. Its performance in Latin America and Asia drove top line growth, while in like-for-like terms the retailer saw a benefit from its operations in France and Latin America. Its first quarter results enabled it to confirm its operational and financial objectives, which it laid out as part of its 2022 strategic plan. T...