All Morrisons articles – Page 9
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NewsMorrisons finance boss Gleeson departs following takeover
Morrisons chief financial officer Michael Gleeson is stepping down from the business following its takeover by US private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R).
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Opinion‘As Lidl overtakes the Co-op, grocery’s established order could be set for a shake-up’
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine heaps further pressure on global supply chains and commodity prices, Aldi and Lidl could permanently shift UK grocery’s established order, writes Hugh Radojev.
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NewsUK grocers join forces to roll out refill stations in sustainability push
UK grocers Waitrose, Ocado, Morrisons and Marks & Spencer have formed a partnership committing to the roll-out of refill stations across their store estates.
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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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NewsFormer Morrisons suitor Fortress lines up £5bn bid for petrol forecourt giant
The US private equity giant that failed in a £7bn bid for Morrisons is now setting its sights on petrol forecourts operator Motor Fuel Group (MFG).
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NewsMorrisons takeover faces deeper CMA probe over petrol competition concerns
Morrisons’ takeover by US private equity giant Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) will face further scrutiny by the competition watchdog amid fears over petrol prices.
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NewsMorrisons kicks off search for new boss following CD&R takeover
Morrisons’ owners, private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) have launched a search for a new boss as current chief executive David Potts stated he would step down in about two years.
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AnalysisThe 12 stories that rocked retail in 2021
2021 was a huge year for retail news. From surprise acquisitions and shock departures to new arrivals and supply chain woes, here are the stories that shook the industry
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NewsMcColl’s unveils plans to increase number of Morrisons Daily stores
McColl’s is to extend its partnership with Morrisons by rolling out the Morrisons Daily convenience fascia to a further 100 shops.
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NewsMorrisons food exec jumps ship for Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer has poached an experienced Morrisons executive with expertise in ethical trading and Brexit policy to join its food team.
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VideoWatch: Waitrose ad puts food centre stage while Morrisons thanks Farmer Christmas
Waitrose has unveiled a Christmas ad focused on the delights of seasonal eats while Morrisons is spotlighting food producers with a ‘Farmer Christmas’ theme.
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AnalysisMorrisons deal: What the landmark takeover means for British grocery
After four months of back-and-forth bidding, the private equity battle for grocery giant Morrisons has finally been settled.
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OpinionReturn of the kings: Leahy and Rose to join Norman in some of retail’s biggest roles
The Keynote: Return of the kings – Leahy and Rose to join Norman in some of retail’s biggest roles
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GalleryIn pictures: Keep a straight fascia – how Sainsbury’s, Co-op and more had fun with storefronts
After the Co-op rebranded six of its flagship stores around the UK to mark the start of COP26, Retail Week looks at times famous retailers have temporarily changed their names to capture the public’s imagination
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NewsMorrisons pledges earlier net-zero shift backed by own solar farm
Morrisons has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2035 – 15 years ahead of the government’s target – and is establishing its own solar farm to support its ambitions.
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Opinion‘Morrisons: New dawn and new owners must bring renewed strategic focus’
The sun has set on a long and fruitful chapter in the history of one of Britain’s biggest retailers. Morrisons’ shares have been delisted from the London Stock Exchange, 54 years after it became a plc.
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DataRanking: From M&S to Iceland – UK consumers’ favourite brands
Marks & Spencer has been crowned the best retail brand according to shoppers in YouGov’s UK Retail Rankings 2021.
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NewsDeliveroo sales soar despite hospitality reopening
Deliveroo reported a surge in orders across the UK and Ireland, and a doubling of Plus members through its Amazon Prime tie-up, despite the reopening of hospitality.
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NewsMorrisons shareholders rubber-stamp £7bn CD&R takeover
Morrisons shareholders have rubber-stamped the £7bn takeover of the grocer by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) nearly four months after private equity interest in the retailer first emerged.
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Opinion‘Contrary to popular belief, stores are a retailer’s best assets’
The unprecedented, pandemic-induced shift to online shopping has dominated industry discussions over the past 18 months - and rightfully so.