All Grocery articles – Page 268
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NewsLess than one third of retail bosses confident about next six months
Just 29% of major retail bosses are confident about the industry’s prospects over the next six months, according to a survey by PwC.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill joins Wyevale in pursuit of Tesco-owned Dobbies
Edinburgh Woollen Mill owner Philip Day is understood to be eyeing Dobbies Garden Centres, which was put up for sale by Tesco.
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NewsUK families had highest amount of disposable income in April on record
Disposable income hit £200 per week for the average UK family last month, the highest level of spending power on record.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Auchan-Système U probe threatens other buying alliances
The Auchan-Système U buying alliance is facing an investigation by French competition authorities that could have wider ramifications.
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GalleryStore gallery: Aldi opens first pop-up wine store for London Wine Week
Aldi has opened its first pop-up wine store for three days in Boxpark Shoreditch, highlighting its online wine offer and expertise.
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NewsB&M profits jump as store expansion fuels full-year sales growth
Value operator B&M has reported a surge in full-year profits and sales as it opened a record number stores in its last financial year.
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CartoonBlower’s retail cartoon: Co-op heads 'back to the future' with rebrand
Retail Week cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on Co-op’s return to its 1960s logo, led by CEO Richard Pennycook and chair Allan Leighton.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Debenhams Ireland and Aldi
Retail round-up on May 26, 2016: KPMG appointed as examiner to Debenhams Ireland and Aldi to open its first standalone wine pop-up store.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How is M&S's new boss Steve Rowe refocusing the business?
M&S’s new chief executive Steve Rowe today claimed retail is “a very simple business” as he unveiled plans to revitalise its ailing clothing arm.
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NewsRetail Diary: Retail Week goes Commando and new shop is a load of rubbish
Retail Week faces its toughest challenge yet, something is rotten in the Forest of Dean and toilet roll chancers get creative at Walmart.
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NewsSainsbury’s trials smart fridges for shoppers in bid to reduce waste
Sainsbury’s has equipped some of its shoppers with smart fridges allowing them to see the items they have at home via their smartphone.
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NewsM&S full-year profits fall as Rowe warns strategy will dent earnings
M&S has posted a slump in full-year profits as new boss Steve Rowe warned his strategy will have an “adverse effect” on short-term earnings.
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GalleryStore of the week: Swatch makes a splash at Beirut Souks
The watch brand and retailer Swatch has a vibrant store design that’s up to the minute. John Ryan visits an example in Beirut
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NewsWatch: Co-op launches first TV ad since return to cloverleaf logo
The Co-op will launch its first TV advertising campaign since the return of its cloverleaf logo tonight to showcase its summer range.
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GalleryStore gallery: Before and after – The Co-op's rebranded Old Street store
As Co-op reveals plans to revert to its clover logo from the 1960s, we compare the latest rebrand with the 2014 refit of its Old Street store.
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NewsJohn Lewis weekly sales boosted by electricals and home technology
John Lewis sales jumped last week as performance of its electricals and home technology category drove an overall uplift in revenues.
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OpinionOpinion: Clarke's on Asda's throne, but Murray holds keys to the kingdom
In the wake of Asda’s seventh consecutive quarter of falling sales, the grocer’s boss, Andy Clarke, hit the proverbial nail on the head.
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NewsAsda posts 5.7% slump in first quarter sales amid 'fierce competition'
Asda has posted a 5.7% slump in first quarter like-for-like sales as the grocer continued to struggle amid “fierce competition”.
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NewsRetail sales jump in April but fashion dented by cold weather
Retail sales enjoyed a surprise jump in April despite colder weather denting performance across the fashion and footwear sectors.
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NewsBudgens and Londis parent Booker unveils full-year profit lift
Food wholesaler and retailer Booker has reported an 11% rise in full-year profits but warns of “increasing price competition” in the UK.