what next for wilson's men?
Booker's £63.4m question Subscription
Booker may not be sexy but the UK’s top cash & carry could start generating some serious column inches if it keeps up its current momentum.
analysis & features
Are hypermarkets dead in the water? Subscription
Three multiples have gone cold on the format, but Sainsbury’s and market analysts still see plenty of potential for hypermarkets.
Costcutter begins a new era with Kwiksave Subscription
Colin Graves is no longer involved, but Costcutter owner Bibby Line Group have resurrected the Kwik Save name as a convenience outlet. So what can we expect and where does it fit in?
Orange juice hangs on despite Brazil fungicide fear Subscription
Orange juice was one of 2012’s first commodity scare stories - prices skyrocketed 20% overnight after a controversial fungicide was found…
More featured space promos at Tesco Subscription
What a difference a month makes. In April, Tesco admitted its customers perceived it as lagging behind other mults on promotions
editor's picks
Are hypermarkets dead in the water?
Tesco turns back on but will Sainsbury’s follow suit?
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Are hypermarkets dead in the water?
Tesco turns back on but will Sainsbury’s follow suit?
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Maria Damanaki: ‘I’m the enemy of irresponsibility’
The fesity fish commissioner goes to war over mackerel
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Flaky? Bright's Weetabix bid is 'very credible'
It seems an odd fit, but don’t discount a deal yet
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Opinion
Have we reached a historic moment when supermarkets start to shrink? Subscription
Ever since supermarkets were first invented, they have grown larger and more all-encompassing.
The illusion of progress Subscription
American President Calvin Coolidge was once asked how he managed to remain healthy in a job that had killed Woodrow Wilson.
Goliath mistakes from the dismal fizz artists Subscription
If the essence of Englishness is ‘Jerusalem’, Belgian lager and tikka masala, no wonder sparkling wine from these shores has a hard time selling itself.
50p minimum booze price is Philistine for wine Subscription
Another month, another chunk of red tape for supermarkets in Scotland to negotiate.
in pictures
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Maria Damanaki: those cartoons in full
Feisty fishing commissioner doesn’t take herself too seriously
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your career
An 'impossible' boss might well deliver results Subscription
My job is about helping those who want to change, and not about wanting others to change.
So you think you can't be dismissed for your age? Think again Subscription
It’s not fun being a pensioner today. Gone are the days of early retirement, gold-plated pensions and days spent in the potting shed or baking scones and jam.
latest headlines
Which? wants OFT probe on 'dodgy' supermarket pricing Subscription
Which? has called on the Office of Fair Trading to investigate what it called the “dodgy pricing tactics” of Britain’s supermarkets.
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Dairy Crest gets City thumbs-up despite write-down Subscription
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Tesco own-label overhaul moves on to ready meals Subscription
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New members help Landmark swell coffers Subscription
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Profits soar at barnstorming Booker Subscription
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Write-downs send Dairy Crest £10m into the red Subscription
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PayPoint profits from surge in internet transactions Subscription
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Own-label NPD overtakes brands for first time Subscription
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Ocado reports Q2 growth of 13% Subscription
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Sainsbury’s ads ‘didn’t warn shoppers of Brand Match caveats’ Subscription
reports
Grocery Retail Structure 2012 Subscription
The convenience sector is in growth for the first time in a decade, but it’s supermarket chains and symbol groups that are driving it.
Focus On Crisps, Nuts & Snacks Subscription
As prices go up while shoppers make smaller purchases, can ‘healthy’ innovation broaden the appeal of bagged snacks?
you say...
Universal label plan would be a healthy move Subscription
The government’s plans for a new universal health labelling scheme have caused controversy but this is a positive step towards a healthier Britain.
Weetabix deal is sign of East-West love-in Subscription
Bright Food’s acquisition of Weetabix is just one more deal that shows the infatuation that overseas markets have with strong British brands.
