Top 7 retail stories from around the world
Print29 July 2025
1/ Krispy Kreme releases collaboration with Crocs
Exciting news – two iconic brands are teaming up! Krispy Kreme is partnering with Crocs to launch a brand-new limited-edition classic clog inspired by Krispy Kreme’s beloved doughnuts. Available from 6 August, this collection also includes a five-pack of Krispy Kreme-themed Jibbitz charms and a Krispy Kreme x Crocs special dozen! Even better? From August 5 to 11, customers wearing their deliciously comfortable Crocs in Krispy Kreme stores will enjoy 50% off any dozen doughnuts!
2/ Carrefour sells Italian supermarkets to NewPrinces for €1 billion
According to Euro News, the Reggio Emilia-based group that owns several food brands has made the leap into large-scale distribution with the purchase of around 1,000 retail outlets across the country.
3/ ZKong captures Asia-Pacific retail growth with localised digital shelf solutions
As Asia-Pacific retailers accelerate digital transformation, IoT solutions provider ZKong is securing major contracts through customised Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) deployments tailored to regional needs, per Inside Retail.
4/ Quick Commerce Turns to Profit as India’s E-Retail Sector Matures
According to India Briefing, India’s quick commerce (Q-commerce) sector is dropping its old game of rapid expansion to focus on monetization, margins, and operational efficiency, as e-retail adoption deepens across cities and small towns.
5/ Apple to close Dalian retail store as Huawei reclaims top spot in China
Apple has announced the closure of its Dalian store, the first directly operated outlet on the Chinese mainland to shut down, as the US tech giant grapples with slowing iPhone sales. The move coincides with Huawei Technologies regaining its lead in China’s smartphone market in the second quarter of 2025, per Tech EDT.
6/ McDonald’s India Unveils with Vegetarian ‘Protein Plus’ Slices to Meet Skyrocketing Demand
According to green queen, McDonald’s is targeting India’s protein craze with a meat-free protein plus range to boost the nutritional content of its burgers.
7/ South Africa retail sales rise 4.2% year on year in May
South Africa’s retail sales increased by 4.2% year on year in May, following a revised 5.2% rise in April, according to data released by Statistics South Africa. On a month-on-month basis, seasonally adjusted retail sales showed a modest increase of 0.1% in May, per Investing.com.
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