All The Grocer articles in 14 December 2002 – Page 3

  • News

    World News - 14th December 2002

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    Lidl chance. German discount chain Aldi has a clear advantage in Europe over its rival Lidl both in terms of store numbers and store performance, according to IGD. In a report on the grocery discount market IGD said number two chain Lidl stood...

  • News

    World News - 14th December 2002

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    Kroger gloom. US supermarket chain Kroger posted a 6.6% drop in third-quarter net earnings and said it expected zero profit growth next year. The Cincinnati retailer said it now expected 2003 earnings to be unchanged from 2002 rather than previous...

  • News

    World News - 14th December 2002

    2002-12-14T00:00:00Z

    Mcc-store. McDonald's is testing a vending machine that could see it compete with c-stores in Washington DC. The Tik Tok Easy Shop, which accepts cash and debit and credit cards, is stocked with convenience products such as soft drinks, milk,...