Which is the cheapest supermarket in France? A new study shows just how close prices for common food items can be across brands
Supermarket brand products ‘cheaper but less healthy’ Own-brand products can cost up to 30% less than branded items, but are often of poorer quality, a new study claims
This low-cost supermarket olive oil is voted best by French consumer association The study evaluated 24 oils, including 11 organic varieties
news Egg prices: Why France is more protected from the high rises seen in US France is currently unlikely to see similar sharp price increases, an expert says
Return of mega promos on soap powder and other hygiene items proposed in new French bill Supermarkets sold items at up to 80% off before the current cap of 34% was introduced
When and why are many French supermarkets phasing out shopper loyalty cards? They have issued advice on how to avoid losing your points
Drinks mis-sold as traditional kefir ‘mislead’ consumers in France Many ‘kefir’ drinks do not contain the right ingredients, a consumer association says
Row continues over €1.39 bottles of French wine in Lidl supermarkets French winemakers and farmers angry about bottles of wine being sold for less than the cost to produce them
French supermarket launches ‘shop trucks’ to drive around rural areas The new initiative will bring 350 everyday products to more isolated towns
Which Cora supermarkets in France are rebranding to Carrefour? The changeover will be gradual and in three stages, with no job losses expected
21 Casino supermarkets to close across France Almost 1,000 people will lose their jobs in the latest round of upheaval to hit the brand
French supermarkets to begin ‘automatic refunds’: how will this work? The refunds will come into force from 2025 and are intended to encourage recycling packaging
French supermarket trials tills with cameras to detect thefts The cameras are focused on customers’ hands and identify ‘suspicious movement’ - but critics say they infringe privacy
See 7 French supermarket items on watchdog’s ‘scam products’ list ‘Basil’ soup with 0.2% basil, and ‘olive’ breadsticks that use palm oil are among products highlighted in the group’s new hit list
Many Casino supermarkets to become cheaper Intermarchés: where and why Find out which supermarkets are due to change and if there is one near you
Why now is good time to stock up on hygiene products in France Discounts of up to 80% are available at supermarkets including Carrefour, E.Leclerc, and Auchan
Glass bottle return system returns to Paris supermarkets Leclerc and Système U have opened new glass deposit machines this week
‘Cheapflation’ on French supermarket foods attacked by watchdog Practice sees manufacturers reducing amount - or quality - of ingredients whilst increasing prices
Leclerc or Lidl: Which is the cheapest supermarket in France? The answer is not straightforward with a variation of prices up and down the country being one factor
Which supermarket foods are running low due to French farmer protest? Shops and restaurants face delivery delays in some areas
Lipton, Lay's, Doritos: French supermarket stops sales in price row Carrefour has blamed an ‘inacceptable rise in prices’ from manufacturer PepsiCo during a tense negotiation period
Intermarché and Auchan to buy more than 300 Casino stores in France ‘It's the worst Christmas present the staff could have had,’ said a representative of the CGT union, saying workers will not ‘let themselves be thrown away without reacting’
Prosecco gains ground as Champagne sales drop by 20% in France Shoppers are swerving the more-expensive drink for less-costly alternatives, figures show
Strike call for December 5 over risk of Casino shop closures in France Unions say they are ‘fearful’ for the future of staff and have filed a strike motion lasting until end of the month
Tax, dentist fees, TV sport, letters: Ten practical updates for France We look at key announcements you may have missed
Supermarkets in France to run more ‘at cost’ fuel sales Carrefour and E. Leclerc offering deal every day of the week, other supermarkets increase weekend commitments
Why are there more food recalls now in France, that you often post? The standardisation of product recalls means it is easier to find and share information on faulty products
Which is the cheapest supermarket chain in France? Both Lidl and E.Leclerc claim the title - we explain why
Watch out for false supermarket ‘date-end’ food promotions in France Some deals may be too good to be true, a consumer magazine warns
Supermarket shoppers in France warned over loyalty card scam Carrefour has issued tips aimed at protecting its customers from the swindle
French supermarket chain to sell cheaper fuel on summer weekends The offer will last until mid-August
It was not all bad: Five good news stories from France this week From cave paintings to free rail cards, our overview of news with a positive angle
It was not all bad: 5 positive French stories to start your weekend From a world-first operation that saved the life of a baby in France to a whip-round for a French actor, we look at this week’s good news stories
Low-cost supermarket set to open three new stores in France Toujust wants to open 25 stores by the end of this year
Tips on where to find the best value fruit and vegetables in France New report reveals supermarkets are not always the cheapest option
Germany’s answer to Action? Low-cost brand opens first store in France TEDi sells mainly non-food items at low prices and is expected to open around a dozen shops across France in the coming months
Which supermarket foods have been hardest hit by inflation in France? From sugar to spaghetti, a new study has looked at the items that have increased the most in price over the last two years
Third French supermarket to launch basket of cheaper everyday goods Carrefour will offer 200 everyday items below €2 and freeze the cost for at least 100 days in the latest anti-inflation scheme, as the government's ‘low-cost basket’ idea is rejected
Mass recall of French supermarket yoghurts The items are all in glass pots and there are concerns over a risk of ingestion of glass shards
Why food prices are at risk of rising again in France from March Supermarket boss says most producers are asking for new increases of at least 10% as annual negotiations continue
Supermarket cooked hams recalled in France over listeria concern The products were sold across the country in the chain U
Supermarket French wine recall over fears of slivers of glass inside The two wines were sold for over a year in Monoprix, the other in Metro
French supermarket drops controversial ‘dynamic pricing’ practice Some items at Casino stores could cost as much as 36% more on Sundays, it has emerged this week
Long-life cow’s milk sold in supermarkets is recalled in France The packs of six have been recalled due to a problem with the flavour, texture, or smell. Here is what to do if you have some at home
Warning over bank card scam in French supermarket car parks Fraudsters pretending to be shop workers are targeting elderly people
Man spends drunken night in French supermarket, €3,000 of damage The intruder hid from staff and then helped himself to crisps, prawns, cocktail sausages, alcohol and more
Carrefour recalls raclette cheese in France over listeria suspicion If you have bought this product you should not consume it. You can return it to the supermarket for a refund
Are there bargains to be found at France’s Foires aux Vins wine sales? The annual sales generally run from September to October. We look at how much of a saving you can expect to make
What food products have risen most in price in France? New figures show that year-on-year, prices are up most for meat, pasta, margarine, and coffee, as a result of the war in Ukraine, energy costs, drought, frost, and lingering effects of Covid
Häagen-Dazs ice creams recalled across France The ice creams were sold at supermarkets including Auchan, Carrefour, Intermarché and Super U. These are the batches affected
E.Leclerc France extends anti-inflation price freeze on key items The measure was initially applied to 120 of the supermarket chain’s most-bought products, but has now been expanded to include around 110 more
Plan for '2-for-1' deals in French supermarkets axed after backlash Producers reacted negatively to a suggestion from the Economy Ministry that the deals could help with rising costs
French service station petrol-diesel error costs customers dear The supplier of a Charente petrol station mixed up the different storage tanks, leading drivers to fill up with the wrong fuel
The French supermarkets offering subscriptions for in-store discounts Some major brands are giving consumers permanent reductions of up to 15% on a wide range of everyday items if they sign up
Supermarket in France tries to ban masks inside ‘to fight shoplifting’ The director of the Carrefour franchise store in southeast France said that people wearing masks during Covid had made it more difficult to identify thieves
Carrefour cordons bleus recalled in France over plastic content risk People who consume the chicken products could sustain ‘injuries’ from pieces of plastic contained within
Leclerc boss wants to end 10% profit margin on supermarket foods A 2018 law requires retailers to implement this margin so as to prevent a ‘race to the bottom’ in terms of supermarket prices
Shoppers in France favour budget supermarket items as inflation rises Sales of cheaper supermarket-brand products are up 11% in the first quarter of this year, while sales of organic food fall
French supermarket Casino launches seasonal fruit and veg labels A new colour-coded label will help consumers to see the seasonality of produce. The store also says it will not sell any strawberries in winter as out of season here
First 100% organic E.Leclerc supermarket in France closes The closure comes four years after the store opened, due to a lack of clients, even as the sector booms in France, and prices rise less for organic than regular produce
Listeria risk: Carrefour and Leclerc fish fillets recalled in France The packs of smoked haddock may contain the listeria bacteria, which can be particularly harmful for pregnant women and immunosuppressed people
Cheese and Kinder chocolate recalls expanded in France Around 24,000 cheeses are being recalled due to links to listeria, while several Kinder products are recalled in relation to a salmonella risk
French supermarket price wars continue as shoppers try to save money More than half of people in a poll said spending power was of more concern to them than the Russian invasion of Ukraine
French group Auchan defends decision to stay in Russia as ‘human’ The international CEO has said the company is remaining operational in the country so as not to deprive its employees of income, and to limit the effect of inflation on ordinary ‘civilians’
E. coli risk: Buitoni recalls all Fraîch’up frozen pizzas in France The brand is asking any customers who bought one of the pizzas before March 18 to not consume it and to throw it away
‘Fuel prices to drop in France from Monday, diesel down 35 euro cents’ Unleaded 95 and 98 will also drop, says the CEO of major fuel purchaser E. Leclerc. We explain where to find the cheapest petrol near you
French DIY retailer offers to cut duplicate keys via photo service New service claims to be cheaper than local locksmiths and completely safe
Boom in French supermarkets buying and selling second-hand items All the big-name supermarkets are rolling out ‘coin occasion’ areas, as customers look to cash-in on used items
Various sliced bread products sold in French supermarkets recalled The recall affects loaves sold in Monoprix, Franprix, Intermarché and Netto
Rocamadour cheese recalled from French shops over salmonella risk The product is found around the country in the supermarkets Intermarché, Cora and Leclerc
Price of Covid self-tests in pharmacies in France raises questions Some supermarkets are selling them at a ‘cost price’ of as low as €1.24 a test whereas pharmacies are billing the state around €4.50 for each test, their fees included
French supermarket tills where chit-chat is welcome grow in popularity The ‘slow checkouts’ are for shoppers who want a more personal experience and aim to help tackle loneliness and isolation
Carrefour France trials a ‘vegan butcher’ product range The meat substitutes – including mince and burgers – will be provided by popular brand the Vegetarian Butcher
Home Covid tests to stay in French supermarkets until February 15 The self-tests had been set to be sold until the end of January, but their help in meeting the soaring demand for tests means this has now been extended
French pig farmers declare ‘state of emergency’ over pork prices Increasing cost of animal food and other raw materials amid tight supermarket prices are forcing them to sell at a loss, claim farmers
