Lidl overtakes Morrisons to become fifth largest supermarket in UK
Lidl has surpassed Morrisons to become the fifth largest supermarket in the UK, driven by an 8.8% increase in sales as consumers seek budget-friendly options. The German discounter's market share reached a record high of 8.6%, while Morrisons lagged behind with only a 1.3% sales growth. Lidl's expansion includes plans to open 50 new stores and invest over £600 million in the UK market.
- ▪Lidl's sales rose by 8.8% year on year, making it the fastest-growing store-based grocer in the UK.
- ▪The supermarket now holds a market share of 8.6%, compared to Morrisons' 8.3%.
- ▪Lidl has opened 1,000 stores in the UK since its establishment in 1994 and employs 35,000 people.
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Lidl has rapidly opened stores and broadened its appeal to become more of a weekly shopping destination. Photograph: Martin Godwin/The GuardianView image in fullscreenLidl has rapidly opened stores and broadened its appeal to become more of a weekly shopping destination. Photograph: Martin Godwin/The GuardianLidlLidl overtakes Morrisons to become fifth largest supermarket in UKGerman-owned discounter’s sales rise 8.8% year on year as households seek ways to keep bills downSarah ButlerWed 27 May 2026 04.51 EDTLast modified on Wed 27 May 2026 05.07 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleLidl has overtaken Morrisons to become the UK’s fifth largest grocer as its sales were powered ahead by households seeking to keep a lid on their weekly bills.The German-owned discounter increased its sales by…
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