All Grocery articles – Page 343
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NewsFrench grocer Carrefour reaps rewards of turnaround plan as profits rise
French grocery giant Carrefour has reported a rise in operating profits as the turnaround of its European business starts to bear fruit.
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NewsCo-op drafts in Ian Ellis from Wilko as its new chief financial officer
The Co-operative Group has today unveiled Ian Ellis as its new chief financial officer as it continues to restructure its management team.
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NewsInfographic: Waitrose hit by food deflation while John Lewis sales rise
Waitrose sales growth was held back in the week ending February 28 by food price deflation and tough comparatives.
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GalleryStore gallery: E Leclerc’s Bordeaux store diversifies supermarket design
French supermarket E Leclerc has taken inspiration from the building its Bordeaux store is based in, giving its store design Art Deco flair.
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InterviewInterview: Lidl’s Michelin-starred chef-in-residence Kevin Love
Lidl has unveiled a partnership with a Michelin-starred chef as part of its drive to provide high-quality ingredients for its customers.
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NewsLidl hires Michelin-starred chef to hammer home quality message
Discounter Lidl has teamed up with Michelin-starred chef Kevin Love in a bid to hammer home its message of quality.
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OpinionComment: 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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NewsTesco 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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NewsFormer 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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NewsLondon'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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NewsClothing 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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NewsBreakfast 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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NewsSainsbury'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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NewsMcColl'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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AnalysisIn 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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OpinionComment: 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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NewsMcColl’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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NewsBreakfast 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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AnalysisThorntons 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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NewsAnalysis: 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.