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Amazon Shutters Go and Fresh Lessons in Retail
In this #5in5, we break down why Amazon is closing Go and Fresh using our Nextellence framework.
Both formats struggled by acting more like tech demos than real stores, each with distinct execution gaps.
Amazon’s grocery future lies in blending Whole Foods with its core assortment and boosting online shoppability and speed.
Internationalization of Grocery Discount
The global discount grocery landscape is shifting fast as leading value retailers push into new regions.
Aldi’s early international moves paved the way, while new challengers from Europe, Mexico, and China accelerate the trend.
Watch now to explore how tech‑driven formats and urban discounters are reshaping markets where discount may soon dominate!
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