The popular Irish retailer Dunnes Stores achieved record-breaking sales of €2.2 billion in late 2025, driven significantly by an unexpected surge in demand for chicken fillet rolls and festive food.
Following this performance, the retailer has outlined major expansion plans for 2026:
Sales Growth: The record figures represent a significant milestone in the Irish grocery market, where total festive spending across all retailers hit nearly €1.5 billion in December 2025 alone.
Expansion Strategy: Dunnes Stores plans to open multiple new high-spec outlets and renovate existing locations to capitalize on its increased market share.