All articles by Jennifer Creevy – Page 81
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AnalysisMarc Bolland: Morrisons chief’s fresh take on a crowded grocery market
Since Marc Bolland joined the grocer three years ago Morrisons’ revival has been dramatic. He tells Jennifer Creevy why fresh is working best
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NewsAsda launches first eco-friendly depot
Asda opened its first environmentally friendly depot this week in Didcot, Oxfordshire.
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NewsSainsbury’s extends carbon reduction scheme for farmers
Sainsbury’s has extended its carbon reduction scheme for farmers which supply the supermarket with beef, lamb, pork, poultry and eggs.
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NewsJune food price inflation lowest in 14 months
Food inflation was its lowest in 14 months in June, according to the British Retail Consortium Shop Price Index.
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OpinionCan Aldi win the taste test?
Hard discounter Aldi has always claimed its quality is as good as the leading brand. Can it really pass the taste test? Or will its ABC1 customers start flocking back to the likes of Waitrose and Marks & Spencer when they have more money in their pockets?
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NewsTesco refutes global trade union claims
Tesco has refuted claims from an international trade union which criticised the grocer’s employment practices in some of its overseas markets.
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NewsMarks & Spencer reports improved sales in first quarter
Marks & Spencer reported an improvement in UK sales in its first quarter, buoyed by its 125th anniversary campaign and the timing of Easter.
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NewsConsumer confidence returns to growth in June
Consumer confidence has returned to growth after an all time low last year as shoppers started to believe that their own financial situation would improve.
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NewsHMV Group posts robust results
HMV Group delivered an 11.5 per cent rise in pre-tax profit to £63m in its full year results.
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NewsM&S shareholder backs Sir David Michels to replace Sir Stuart Rose
Marks & Spencer shareholder the Local Authority Pension Fund Forum (LAPFF) is backing Sir David Michels to replace Sir Stuart Rose as the retailer’s chairman.
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OpinionThe supermarket cyberspace war
Sainsbury’s, Asda and Tesco are all ramping up their grocery websites in an attempt to make them more interactive for customers. Sainsbury’s seems to have the edge, but what will its rivals do to catch up?
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NewsMorrisons to open a farm
Morrisons has teamed up with the Scottish Agricultural College to open a farm at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire.
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NewsTesco partners with insurer Fortis UK
Tesco Personal Finance (TPF) has struck a deal with Fortis UK for the insurer to provide its motor and household insurance.
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OpinionWhat will Sir Philip Green and Simon Cowell give birth to?
The new entertainment cum merchandising company that Sir Philip Green and Simon Cowell are setting up could throw up some interesting opportunities for Arcadia’s brands such as Topshop. But will it be a positive move? Or is it just another celebrity whim?
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NewsNew Best Buy chief Brian Dunn takes up the reins
Brian Dunn has officially stepped into the position of chief executive at Best Buy.
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NewsSainsbury’s to launch Jamie Oliver TV ad tonight
Sainsbury’s is to launch a new Jamie Oliver TV ad on Wednesday evening as part of its “Feed your family for a fiver” campaign.
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NewsAsda says UK family £7 a week better off in May
The average UK family was £7 a week better off in May compared to the same time last year, according to Asda.
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NewsFocus mulls CVA
Struggling DIY retailer Focus is considering a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) in a bid to secure its future.
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NewsThorntons launches online sweet shop
Chocolatier Thorntons has launched an online sweet shop to tap into customers’ nostalgia for retro sweets.
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OpinionDo we really need more regulation?
As a decision on the proposed grocery ombudsman remains up in the air, supermarkets such as Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s need to focus on efficiencies to help customers through the tough times.