All Grocery articles – Page 319
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Opinion
Comment: Embracing change is central to retail success
In light of management changes across the sector, it should be noted that change is an unpredictable but inherent part of the retail world.
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News
Tesco reshuffle continues as it drafts in Unilever's Byron Grote
Tesco has continued its board shake up with the exit of another non-executive director and the apointment of Unilever’s Byron Grote.
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News
Former Morrisons executive Paul Coyle jailed for insider trading
The former treasurer and head of tax at supermarket giant Morrisons has been jailed for a year after pleading guilty to insider trading.
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News
London's West End set for 3m sq ft of new retail space as area's sales hit £11bn
More than 3m sq ft of new retail space is expected to be created in London’s West End over the next two years as stores aim to cash in on booming tourism.
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News
Clothing and DIY price cuts drive relentless shop price deflation
Shop prices are being driven down by falling prices of non-food items after aggressive promotions across clothing and DIY.
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News
Breakfast Briefing: Retail news on Morrisons, Poundland, Sports Direct and more
Retail news round-up on March 4, 2015: Morrisons ex-treasurer sentenced; Shop prices fall; Poundland to change branding; and more.
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News
Sainsbury's to launch click-and-collect service in 100 stores
Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has launched its first grocery click-and-collect service – and will roll out the scheme at 100 stores across the UK by the end of the year.
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News
McColl's boss Lancaster says it has 'financial firepower' to compete after IPO
McColl’s boss James Lancaster has laid down the gauntlet to its convenience rivals, claiming the retailer’s floatation has handed it the “financial firepower” to “compete with anybody.”
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Analysis
In the news: Booths first chief executive Chris Dee profiled
What’s in a name? In the case of upmarket northern grocer Booths’ first ever chief executive Chris Dee, the answer is “plenty”.
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Opinion
Comment: Thorntons strives to restore an eggcellent performance
The chocolatier’s efforts to turn itself into an FMCG business have turned soft as a Belgian truffle but its brand is still strong.
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News
McColl’s demonstrates strength of convenience as it posts strong first quarter
McColl’s Retail Group has posted an increase in profits and revenue in its first full-year trading figures since its IPO last February.
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News
Breakfast Briefing: Retail news on Tesco, Morrisons, Reiss and more
Retail news round-up on March 3, 2015: Another manager poised to exit Tesco, Morrisons look to pay more sustainable dividend, Reiss to debut in Canada.
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Analysis
Thorntons boss refuses to blame reduced supermarket orders for profits slump
Thorntons chief executive Jonathan Hart has refused to blame reduced orders from supermarkets for the retailer’s tumbling profits.
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News
Analysis: Dia boss on how UK supermarkets can learn from Spanish grocers
Spanish discounter Dia believes UK supermarkets can learn from their European counterparts by franchising stores to local entrepreneurs.
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Analysis
International news analysis: Auchan calls time on Prixbas experiment
After five years of operation, Auchan has abandoned its first (and only) Prixbas discount hypermarket concept store in eastern France.
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Opinion
Comment: Greater variation from store to store is the key to better sales
An unwavering approach to interior design is not always the best way to ensure that customers beat a path to your door.
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News
Billionaire Buffett admits 'embarrassment' over Tesco investment
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett has admitted he is “embarrassed” for taking too long to exit a £1.5bn investment in supermarket giant Tesco.
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News
Thorntons profits slump 10% as supermarket price war melts sales
Thorntons profits slumped 10% as the supermarket price war took its toll on the confectionery retailer.
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News
Breakfast Briefing: Retail news on Poundworld, Morrisons, Sports Direct, Tesco and more
Retail news round-up on March 2, 2015: TPG could acquire Poundworld, Dunelm founder buys Morrisons stake, investors concern over Sports Direct’s delay on finance director and more.
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News
Aldi's brand value surges 11% as it surpasses Tesco
Aldi’s brand value rose 11% to £9.2bn in the past year, making it more valuable than Tesco whose brand value plummeted by £3.6bn this year.