Eastern Europe / Features

Battle of Russia’s supermarket titans continues as Magnit closes the gap with rival X5 after acquisition of high-end retailer Azbuka Vkusa

bne IntelliNews April 30, 2025

The battle for market share between Russia’s two leading supermarket chains Magnit and the X5 Group saw a strategic shift after Magnit acquired control of high-end supermarket chain Azbuka Vkusa (The ABC of Taste).

Trump policies won’t harm Emerging Europe badly – and will actively benefit Russia

Clare Nuttall in Glasgow April 29, 2025

Latest wiiw forecasts show little direct impact on Central and Southeast Europe from Trump trade wars.

UKRAINE REMONT: Store openings surge as supermarkets adapt to war

Jamie Onslow in Kyiv April 29, 2025

Ukraine's grocery retail sector continued to grow throughout 2024, with major chains increasing their store numbers across the country.

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