Tag: international grocery franchise

  • SPAR Franchise Opportunity with Star Brands Consulting Group: Join a Global Retail Network

    SPAR is one of the world’s leading grocery and convenience store chains, with a presence in over 40 countries. Founded in the Netherlands in 1932, SPAR has built a strong reputation for offering quality products, excellent customer service, and a unique shopping experience. The brand’s commitment to community engagement and local sourcing sets it apart…

  • Lidl Italia Expands with Sustainable Logistics Centre in Sardinia

    Lidl Italia has marked a significant milestone by inaugurating its first logistics centre in Sardinia, located in Assemini near Cagliari. This development is the twelfth logistics facility for Lidl in Italy and represents a substantial investment of €70 million, reflecting the company’s robust growth strategy in the region. Strategic Growth Initiative The opening of this…

  • Exploring Top Supermarket Franchise Opportunities: A Guide by Star Brands Consulting Group

    The supermarket industry has long been a cornerstone of retail, offering essential goods and services to communities worldwide. For entrepreneurs interested in entering this lucrative market, franchising provides a proven model with established brand recognition, operational support, and a loyal customer base. Star Brands Consulting Group is here to guide you through some of the…

  • Lidl gets approval for 15,000 sq ft Chester store

    The grocer snapped up the freehold for the 35,000 sq ft Caldy Valley Retail Park off Valley Road in Great Boughton several years ago, and will convert units three and four into a supermarket. Those units were previously occupied by Rightway and B&M. The other two units will remain occupied by a 10,000 sq ft…

  • Lidl crowned most popular supermarket bakery, selling 122 croissants every minute

    Lidl is now the most popular bakery in the UK according to Kantar data which shows the supermarket has the biggest bakery market share in the country, beating rivals such as Tesco and Sainsburys. The accolade also comes hot on the heels of the supermarket being crowned as the British Bakery Retailer of the Year…

  • Lidl is winning due to differentiation, not just cost

    Lidl continues to grow well ahead of the market, with sales up 9% versus last year, according to Kantar data to March 2024. At 7.8%, the discounter’s market share is not far behind Morrisons. Is this just about Lidl building more new stores than the competition? That is part of the reason – but this begs another…