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Increased demand for plastic bags expected - the tax is abolished

Increased demand for plastic bags expected - the tax is abolished

Sat 12 Oct 2024 07:22 CEST

On November 1, the tax on plastic carrier bags will be abolished. Retailers predict that more customers will start buying plastic bags again, but that many have grown accustomed to other alternatives

Norwegian Coop Fined Billions for Price Cartel

Norwegian Coop Fined Billions for Price Cartel

Wed 21 Aug 2024 09:11 CEST

This is what happens to surströmming on store shelves

This is what happens to surströmming on store shelves

Sat 27 Jul 2024 18:08 CEST

Even this year, it will be difficult for surströmming enthusiasts to get hold of the fish. One of Sweden's food giants, Axfood, is stopping sales with reference to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

Store Manager: Fewer Taco Fridays in the Summer

Store Manager: Fewer Taco Fridays in the Summer

Thu 27 Jun 2024 20:00 CEST

The sale of fans and rosé wine is skyrocketing. But Swedes also dare to let loose when the temperature rises in the summer

Danish shops prepare for prepping

Danish shops prepare for prepping

Sun 16 Jun 2024 11:48 CEST

The authorities stress that no one needs to hoard. But Danish shops are ready with canned goods as the Danes are encouraged to prepare

Competition Shrinks – Axfood Buys Citygross

Competition Shrinks – Axfood Buys Citygross

Tue 11 Jun 2024 08:08 CEST

Food conglomerate Axfood, with Willys and Hemköp among the chains, is buying competitor Citygross. Fewer players are a risk for worse competition, according to the Competition Authority, which has analysed the food market over the past year in the wake of soaring prices