All Grocery articles – Page 491
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NewsAsda blasts 'gimmick' promotions by rivals
Asda chiefs have issued a broadside against the grocer’s main rivals over “gimmick” price promotions.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is Asda outstripping the competition?
Asda reported an edge up in like-for-like sales today. Retail Week takes a look at where Asda sits against its rivals.
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NewsAsda posts 0.7% increase in like-for-likes
Asda revealed like-for-likes, excluding fuel and VAT, edged up 0.7% as it increased market share in its second quarter to June 30.
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NewsShoppers shed voucher 'stigma' to save on grocery shop
The majority of shoppers are buying more of their groceries on promotion while the “stigma associated with coupons is eroding”, according to the latest IGD ShopperVista research.
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Migros tests convenience store concept, Migros-Express
Swiss retailer Migros is testing a convenience store concept called Migros-Express. The stores are located near railway stations and will be open all week, including Sundays.The product range is targeted at the commuter market. After the first openings in Rapperswil and Luzern, Migros opened a third store in Zürich-Altstetten with ...
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AnalysisRetail Week on the Road: Southwest and Wales
We visit Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Jersey and Guernsey.
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NewsOcado insists it will not breach banking covenants
Ocado has defended itself against speculation it could breach its banking covenants and has emphasised it is able to fund its second distribution centre.
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NewsVideo: David Beckham to star in new Sainsbury's Paralympic advert
Sainsbury’s will debut a new TV advert featuring footballer David Beckham in celebration of the London 2012 Paralympic Games tomorrow.
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NewsAsda and Sainsbury's growth surges forward
Asda and Sainsbury’s growth has surged although Tesco is closing the gap on its archrivals, according to Kantar Worldpanel.
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NewsInflation jumps to 2.6% in July
Inflation increased to 2.6% in July, up from 2.4% in June, driven by the clothing and footwear sectors as well as transport fares.
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NewsAsda launches baby site as Kiddicare expansion approaches
Asda has launched a new website dedicated to baby products as Morrisons-owned etailer Kiddicare prepares to ramp up its presense in the UK with a store roll out.
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NewsSainsbury's dismisses calls to extend Sunday trading hours permanently
Sainsbury’s does not want Sunday trading hours to be extended on a permanent basis despite seeing “great trading” throughout the Olympics in the grocer’s stores that were open longer.
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NewsTesco records improved performance in July
Tesco’s performance improve last month, registering the fastest growth of the big four grocers, according to Nielsen.
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NewsMarks & Spencer to roll out contactless payment
Marks & Spencer is set to roll out contactless payment in store after a trial at railway station stores.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales rocket 22% as Olympic feel-good factor kicks in
John Lewis sales growth has rebounded as the Olympic feel-good factor, milder weather and new ranges boosted takings.
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AnalysisThe South African retail market: What do retailers need to know?
Sir Philip Green’s decision to take Topshop and Topman into South Africa reflects growing interest in this market.
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NewsStefano Pessina praises UK's culture of innovation at Government retail summit
Alliance Boots executive chairman Stefano Pessina praised the UK retail sector’s unique openness to innovation in a presentation at the Government’s Business Summit for Retail, Food and Drink at Lancaster House today.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Franchise deals make sense as Carrefour refocuses
This week, French retailer Carrefour was authorised by the Greek Competition Commission to sell its joint venture stake to partner Marinopoulos.
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NewsChanges likely at Co-op as Peter Marks bids farewell
The Co-operative Group’s new boss must revamp the retailer’s supermarket format and marketing if it is to win back share, believe industry observers.
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OpinionComment: Make the shopfloor meaningful
The rules of grocery retailing are changing. Price promises are universal and no longer set the majority of grocers apart, while most of the big brands are generally available in stores all of the time.