Co-operative Group, Ltd.

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Co-op Media Network's physical touchpoints will be installed at store entrances, foyers or outward-facing windows at its busiest, urban locations.

Our store visits show how Co-op focuses primarily on convenience and sells a mix of own brand and name brand products.

The British convenience retailer is offering around-the-clock service at Leeds, London and Manchester stores and extended delivery windows at 1,600 locations.

Sam's Club, Best Buy, IAB and others announced retail media-related advancements, research and other news last month.

Recent retail news includes the arrival of back-to-school savings and the emergence of Prime Day competitors.

A retail media campaign from a global beer brand generated a sales lift of 12% in Co-op stores and drove a 3% lift at surrounding stores.