All Greggs articles – Page 2
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Opinion
'Welcome to Web -1.0, where pureplays struggle and stores are stars'
Never mind the metaverse and Web 3.0 – as ecommerce players fall on tougher times, retailers must focus on creating genuinely multichannel models, writes Retail Week executive editor George MacDonald
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News
Primark invests in Oxford Street store with Greggs cafe and vintage offer
Primark has opened two new elements in its Oxford Street East store as it places its bets on the shopping destination’s future.
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News
Greggs sales on a roll as store numbers grow
Greggs has opened 90 new stores so far this year, with 60 more to come.
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News
Greggs 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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Analysis
Retail 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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Interview
From 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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News
Greggs 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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News
Retailers 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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Analysis
Analysis: 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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News
Greggs 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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News
Greggs ‘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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Gallery
Store 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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Analysis
From 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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News
Greggs 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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Data
Ranking: 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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Analysis
Analysis: 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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News
Greggs 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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News
Greggs 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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News
Retailers 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.