German Discounters Crush Fresh Produce Prices — and Suppliers Too
November 13, 2024 | 1 min to read
In Berlin, the popularity of German discounters like Lidl and Aldi has surged globally, with Lidl operating nearly 9,000 stores and Aldi opening around 7,600 abroad. This expansion into 62 countries reflects a growing international preference for budget shopping, although the sentiment is less favorable for suppliers.
BERLIN — Germans love their discounters. And the rest of the world seems to as well.
That is, if you’re buying from them and not selling to them.
Lidl operates nearly 9,000 stores outside its home market, while Aldi Süd and Aldi Nord have opened around 7,600 shops abroad, according to data from Heilbronn University showing that German discount supermarkets have expanded into 62 different countries.
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