What was Asda's like-for-like sales performance in the first quarter to March 31, 2025, and how did it compare to the previous quarter?

Asda's like-for-like sales fell by 0.8% year-on-year in the first quarter to March 31, 2025 — or down 1.3% when adjusted for the timing of Easter — marking an easing from the 4.2% decline in the fourth quarter of 2025. This improvement was attributed to better product availability and targeted price cuts.

What strategic partnership did Asda announce, and what is its stated purpose?

Asda announced a partnership with technology firm Ocado (OCDO.L) to overhaul its online business, aiming to stem market share losses to competitors including Tesco (TSCO.L), Sainsbury's (SBRY.L), and discounters Lidl and Aldi.

Asda Sales Fall Eases on Better Availability, Prices

May 29, 2026

Asda reported a slower decline in quarterly underlying sales (-0.8%), driven by improved product availability and price investments. The retailer also partnered with Ocado to enhance its online business amidst market share losses.

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