South Africa’s biggest pharmacy retailers are redesigning how and where they grow. With suburban shopping centres offering fewer new sites, South African pharmacy chains are moving beyond the familiar middle- and upper-income customer base that has fuelled expansion for years. Clicks and Dis-Chem still dominate the dispensary market, but both groups now face a tougher question: where does the next…
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Private Labels Force a Reckoning on Health and Beauty Shelves
Established health and beauty brands are facing an escalating battle for survival. Retailer-owned private labels continue their aggressive expansion, capturing significant market share and fundamentally altering consumer purchasing habits. A new report from research firm Trade Intelligence reveals a decisive shift in the sector. Competitive pricing and rising shopper trust are propelling store brands to the forefront. Private Label Retailer…