Professor Gary Mortimer, a retail marketing and consumer behaviour expert from Queensland University of Technology, stated that increasing competition should, in theory, drive prices down. However, he acknowledged that fostering competition remains a challenge. He pointed to the ACCC’s recommendation of reducing red tape to make it easier for independent supermarkets to open, but ultimately, […]
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Independent supermarkets in regional Australia are urging shoppers to take action as they battle to remain competitive against the dominance of major retail chains. A recent investigation by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) found that Coles and Woolworths account for two-thirds of the country’s grocery sales. Since 2008, the number of IGA stores
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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released its final report on the supermarket sector, making 20 key recommendations to address competition concerns. The inquiry found that ALDI, Coles, and Woolworths rank among the most profitable supermarket chains globally, with their average product margins increasing over the past five years. Key Recommendations for a
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Independent Senator Tammy Tyrrell, representing Launceston, is determined to challenge supermarket dynamics in Tasmania by calling on German retail giant Aldi to establish a presence on the island. Despite critics dismissing her efforts as mere electioneering or a futile endeavour, Senator Tyrrell has launched a petition, arguing that urgent action is needed to address the
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