1. What are the biggest challenges to long-term success and profitability for Loblaws, Sobeys, and Metro?

2. The three main players in the Canadian grocery market each operate under various brands. Why do you think they still use all of those different brand names? Why don’t they just re-brand all their stores?

3. What are the main challenges for suppliers as the industry continues to consolidate?

4. How do the external factors other than competition (economy, technology, sociocultural, legal-political) impact the grocery business?