Shopping in Germany: A Comparison of Prices and Quality with Czech Republic

Shopping in Germany: A Comparison of Prices and Quality with Czech Republic

17.01.2024 19:55 | Reportage A two-kilogram package of apples, when a kilo comes to about 24 crowns. No Poland, only Germany. Spanish tomatoes on sale for just over twenty crowns per kilo. Rapeseed oil a liter for about 35 crowns. No Ukraine, only Germany. We stopped at the ALDI market again, this time in Regensburg. … Read more

Discount Christmas: ALDI Süd’s Budget-Friendly Christmas Market in Cologne

Discount Christmas: ALDI Süd’s Budget-Friendly Christmas Market in Cologne

It smells like the discounter. This Christmas market is not only contemplative, but also damn cheap! ALDI Süd opened a three-day Christmas market in front of its store doors in Cologne (NRW) on Tuesday. Shortly after opening, the supermarket parking lot was packed. Visitors here only pay one euro for mulled wine, non-alcoholic alternatives and … Read more

Irish supermarkets engage in price war on milk and butter: What it means for consumers and the industry

In a rare move, top retailers in Ireland have slashed prices on two grocery essentials, giving consumers a much-needed break. The action began with Lidl’s announcement that it would be reducing prices on its own-brand milk by about 4% at 6 pm on Friday, which prompted Aldi, Tesco, and SuperValu to follow suit within just … Read more

The Rise of Greedflation: How Corporate Profits are Driving Inflation in 2023

Greedflation is a term that will likely be on the tip of everyone’s tongue in 2023 as concerns continue to mount over businesses causing inflation by increasing their prices under the guise of other inflationary forces. While post-pandemic demand, supply shortages, energy market disruption, and issues with supply chains have played a role in rising … Read more

Discover Two Fine Australian Wines from Aldi: Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc and Australian Pinot Noir

For wine lovers, Aldi might not be their go-to destination. However, the supermarket chain has surprised many with its impressive wine range, featuring excellent quality drops at affordable prices. Aldi’s wine selection has been expanding consistently over the years, and it now includes two new exciting Australian wines that punters should watch out for. Both … Read more

Blackrock’s Frascati Centre discreetly emerges for sale at €100m

Frascati Centre, the iconic shopping center located in the heart of Blackrock, has reportedly hit the market with a price tag of €100 million. Despite being one of the most sought-after retail destinations in the region, the property is said to have been put on the market “quietly,” with no public fanfare or overt marketing. … Read more

Aldi’s Employee Fired for Non-Payment of Goods, Upheld by Labour Court.

The Labour Court has recently upheld the decision of Aldi to sack an employee in Ireland for not paying for goods at the store. The case has raised questions about the ethical and legal implications of employers taking such measures when employees fail to comply with company policies. As businesses strive to maintain high ethical … Read more

Two thirds of veggie burgers are not very healthy

The Consumers’ Association looked at 75 vegetarian and vegan burgers, available at Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Lidl, Plus, Aldi, Hoogvliet, Dirk and Ekoplaza. These burgers are made from, for example, soy, nuts, pea protein or vegetables. Two thirds of the products appear to contain a lot of salt and/or saturated fat. Plus sets a good example … Read more

Aldi announces the opening of a new store in Dénia

Aldi announces the opening of a new store in DéniaSimon Garcia Aldi reinforces its expansion plan in Spain with the opening of a new supermarket in Dénia on November 16. Located on the Ondara-Dénia highway, the new establishment will be the second that Aldi opens in the town and will have a sales room of … Read more

These companies pay compensation to employees

Sixt car rental company The approximately 7,600 employees of the listed family company will receive an inflation premium of 1,700 euros by the end of the year. – (Photo: imago images / Ralph Peters) – – – – Stuttgart, Munich, Dusseldorf The employees of the Sixt car rental company can expect extra money. “We pay … Read more