All Greggs articles – Page 3
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NewsGreggs names ex-Tesco UK boss Davies chair as profits inch up
Greggs has appointed former Tesco UK boss Matt Davies as its new chair, as it recorded an uptick in profit and sales.
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AnalysisRetail 100: Five names forecast to have a huge impact in 2023
The 16 people Retail Week predicts will either be at the helm of UK retailers in the next few years or are already leading a burgeoning brand set to become an even bigger name
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InterviewFrom hotcakes to hoodies – how Roger Whiteside transformed Greggs
Retail Leader of the Year Roger Whiteside oversaw an impressive post-pandemic recovery at Greggs while ‘doing the right thing’ – and he leaves the chain well equipped to conquer London and beyond.
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NewsGreggs sales rise with travel back on the menu
Greggs has said that transport locations have recovered most as it continues to see sales rise.
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NewsRetailers call for business rates cut to help battle cost-of-living crunch
A coalition of leading retailers and trade bodies has launched a ‘Cut the Shops Tax’ campaign, arguing for a business rates reduction to combat inflationary pressures and protect industry jobs.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How Primark, Morrisons and Hotel Chocolat are serving up food and beverage innovations
As coronavirus restrictions have lifted, retailers have looked to in-store dining to bolster footfall and drive both store and online sales. But what are the challenges and opportunities presented by in-store dining in a post-pandemic world?
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NewsGreggs boss Whiteside refuses to rule out price rises as inflation deepens
Greggs boss Roger Whiteside has said it would be “irresponsible” to rule out further price rises on products and warned inflation could hit 6% or 7% this year as ingredients and energy prices skyrocket.
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NewsGreggs ‘stronger and better’ as profits and sales climb
Food-on-the-go specialist Greggs has recorded an increase in both sales and profits in its full-year results as easing of restrictions increased demand.
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Opinion‘UK retailers could follow US as ghost kitchens swoop into supermarkets’
Ghost kitchens are becoming an increasing part of the food retail landscape as grocers and restaurants compete for stomach share. Innovations in the US, from TikTok to Kroger, may inspire similar initiatives in the UK, says George MacDonald
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GalleryStore gallery: Greggs rolls into Primark with new cafe concept
Greggs has opened its shop-in-shop in Primark’s Birmingham flagship.
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AnalysisFrom Crocs and KFC to Yeezy and Gap – seven of retail’s most surprising collaborations
This week, Primark and Greggs revealed they were teaming up for a limited-edition collaboration. Retail Week takes a look at some of the more memorable retail partnerships from around the world.
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NewsGreggs and Primark launch clothing collection and in-store food offer
Greggs has launched a clothing range in partnership with Primark, with the retailer also planning to open a Greggs cafe in its Birmingham store.
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DataRanking: The top 20 companies bossing customer service
The Institute of Customer Service has released data ranking the top companies in the UK for customer service. Retail Week explores what the sector could learn from these businesses.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Are chief people and HR officers retail’s CEOs in waiting?
Recently appointed CEOs for retailers ranging from Chanel to Greggs have come from a people-focused background. Could the HR department be the proving ground for more future leaders as retailers assess their culture and strategy post-pandemic?
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NewsGreggs increases full-year outlook as boss Whiteside confirms retirement
Greggs anticipates its full-year outcome will be ahead of expectations, following a strong fourth quarter, as chief executive Roger Whiteside’s replacement is confirmed.
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NewsGreggs upgrades profit expectations as sales jump
Food-to-go specialist Greggs has upgraded its full-year outcome as both in-store and online sales jumped in the third quarter despite ongoing supply chain issues.
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NewsRetailers hopeful ‘pingdemic’ disruption has passed its peak
The ‘pingdemic’ that has hit retail and distribution staff availability, leading in some cases to empty shelves, looks as if it may be easing.
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NewsGreggs serves up better-than-expected profits as sales climb
Food-on-the-go specialist Greggs expects higher full-year profits than expected after rebuilding sales in the first half.
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NewsGreggs likely to serve up higher profits than expected
Food on the go specialist Greggs has raised the prospect of higher than anticipated profits after a strong recovery in performance.
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AnalysisLocation, location, location: where retailers will need stores in a post-Covid world
Retail Week analyses the toll taken on retail destinations over the past 15 months, how they will fare in future and what plans all stakeholders – from local authorities to retailers and landlords – have put in place to bounce back or build momentum.
