Spanish market leader reported a consolidated sales growth of 11% in 2022 but highlights the tough market conditions had major impacts on its profitability. However, Mercadona claims the effort to reduce the groups margin has made it possible to produce savings of more than 5.7 million households, as the retailer did not transfer €375m of cost increases to shoppers baskets. Positive sales perfo...

Understand how the Spanish market continues to evolve as Mercadona expands its online capabilities further. Whereas DIA is selling its perfume shops to focus on proximity and the growth of its local food distribution. Separately, Aldi reports its successful 2022, its outlook to 2023 and its new social network initiative being trialled only in Spain. Mercadona expands it online capability   Sp...

Spain’s market leader and one of Europe’s most admired retailers, Mercadona is increasing its commitment to its markets Spain and Portugal. We have identified five ways it continues to develop to stay ahead of the competition. 1. Mercadona betting big on its online expansion plan Although online has been a lower priority for the retailer over the past decade, like many retailers the pandemi...