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News.com.au
2 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
Aldi shoppers frustrated by ‘annoying' checkout act on the rise
Aldi customers have been left frustrated after a wave of reports surfaced online, revealing that the German retailer may have increased bag checks in its supermarkets. A post on Reddit's r/melbourne forum this week featured one shopper describing a recent incident where an Aldi cashier asked if their reusable bags were empty, even after they had opened them up to show they were flat and unused. 'She still asked, 'Are your bags empty?'' the user explained. 'We said yes, and she scanned everything, a bit roughly, but not a big deal'. 'Not complaining, just found it a bit surprising. Is this a new thing at Aldi, or maybe just this store?' Aldi bag checks around 'forever' Comments flooded in from fellow Aldi shoppers and staff, most insisting that bag checks are nothing new. 'Nope, been like that for years. Used to have to show my empty bags before packing,' one replied. Another added, 'Yup, been shopping at Aldi for nearly two decades and they're always peeking'. 'Been doing it forever,' quipped a third. 'Our local even has a dedicated security guard for it'. Others said Aldi's bag checking was more 'aggressive' than at other supermarkets. 'Made to feel like they are thieves' Then an Aldi worker weighed in, revealing that while bag checks have always been part of the company's policy, enforcement ramps up during spikes in shoplifting. 'The company ebbs and flows on how militant they feel like enforcing staff to do them,' they claimed. 'Stock losses are one of the major focuses of the company, the most it's ever been in my time at Aldi, and they've never enforced stock loss measures (like bag checks) as hard as they are now. 'We're being checked on the cameras constantly and disciplined regularly about checking bags.' The worker insisted that they don't enjoy doing them either, as they don't want others to be 'made to feel like they are thieves', but it's a requirement of their job. A different commenter echoed, 'It seems like stores that were more lax are having to check more thoroughly lately. My local Aldi has also only recently started doing bag checks at the checkout'. Are bag checks compulsory? It is understood that Aldi's bag check policy is a condition of entry, requiring all bags, parcels, prams, and containers to be presented for inspection. Retailers in Australia are legally allowed to conduct bag searches as a condition of entry, provided that the policy is clearly communicated before customers step into the premises, according to the ACCC. By entering a store with these kind of signs, customers are generally considered to have agreed to the conditions, including the possibility of a bag check. According to the National Retail Association, personal handbags will not be checked unless they are larger than an A4 piece of paper. Customers always retain the right to refuse a bag check, but if they refuse, the retailer can ask the person to leave the store or refuse to serve them. Staff cannot physically force you to show your bag, as bag checks are voluntary, and a person who forcibly conducts a bag check against a customer's will may be liable for assault.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Douglas Second Quarter 2025 Earnings: Misses Expectations
Revenue: €939.0m (down 2.0% from 2Q 2024). Net loss: €19.0m (loss narrowed by 54% from 2Q 2024). €0.18 loss per share (improved from €0.38 loss in 2Q 2024). We've found 21 US stocks that are forecast to pay a dividend yield of over 6% next year. See the full list for free. All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period Revenue missed analyst estimates by 1.3%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow 3.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.5% growth forecast for the Specialty Retail industry in Germany. Performance of the German Specialty Retail industry. The company's shares are up 9.0% from a week ago. Be aware that Douglas is showing 1 warning sign in our investment analysis that you should know about... Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mister Spex First Quarter 2025 Earnings: €0.21 loss per share (vs €0.29 loss in 1Q 2024)
Revenue: €45.4m (down 13% from 1Q 2024). Net loss: €6.82m (loss narrowed by 30% from 1Q 2024). €0.21 loss per share (improved from €0.29 loss in 1Q 2024). Our free stock report includes 3 warning signs investors should be aware of before investing in Mister Spex. Read for free now. All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow 1.4% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.4% growth forecast for the Specialty Retail industry in Germany. Performance of the German Specialty Retail industry. The company's share price is broadly unchanged from a week ago. You still need to take note of risks, for example - Mister Spex has 3 warning signs we think you should be aware of. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
