All The Grocer articles in 14 March 2020 – Page 4
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NewsCity snapshot: WH Smith says coronavirus outbreak will cost up to £130m of sales
Shares in travel retailer WH Smith have collapsed after it warned the outbreak of the Covid-19 virus will hit its annual sales by up to £130m and its bottom line by up to £40m. Plus, markets plunge again on coronavirus spread, Carrs Group issues profits warning, C&C Group updates the market and all the rest of the latest news from the City.
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NewsLo Bros revamps kombucha range with ‘sleek’ design
The brand’s range has undergone a packaging refresh with a “sleek new design”…
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NewsPernod Ricard acquires stake in ‘modern aperitivo’ brand Italicus
Italicus’ 20% spirit is billed as a “modern aperitivo” with ”key notes of Calabrian bergamot”
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NewsElla’s Kitchen claims UK first with dairy-free babyfood pouches
It has created a trio of flavours, which are organic and made with coconut milk instead of cows milk
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NewsFemcare startup Flo secures seven-figure investment to expand product range
The femcare challenger brand will use the cash raised to expand its product offering into sensitive bladder support and sexual wellness
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Comment & OpinionWhat UK retailers can learn from Asian e-commerce operations
UK retailers would do well to look overseas for e-commerce inspiration, says Kantar’s Maiko Skorupski
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NewsFoodservice wholesalers predict tough months as coronavirus threatens hospitality sector
Wholesalers have told The Grocer the picture is already bad for many of their customers
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Comment & OpinionTime for entrepreneurs to address founder mental wellbeing
It’s time that we, the entrepreneurs, re-frame what our businesses truly need from us, says Chris Green of Young Foodies
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NewsMorrisons announces swathe of price cuts across 500+ products
It comes after market leader Tesco launched an Aldi Price Match campaign last week
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NewsIced coffee boom sees Starbucks overtake Yazoo as biggest flavoured milk brand
It is the first time an iced coffee brand has taken the top spot in the category…
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Analysis & FeaturesDo supermarket meat and fish counters have a future?
Meat counters are going out of fashion in UK supermarkets. But with some insisting they’re ‘vitally important’, can they evolve to survive?
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NewsCoronavirus: Emergency measures will give supermarkets a ‘key role’ in fighting virus
Ministers are set to press the button on changes including allowing supermarkets to share data to try to avoid food shortages
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Comment & OpinionLetters: Montezuma UK first claims are untrue
It’s great to see many brands move towards more sustainable and ethical packaging but disappointing that they claim to be the UK’s first
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Grocer 33Sainsbury’s impresses with strong availability despite coronavirus
Our mystery shopper found all 33 items with ease and staff were polite at Sainsbury’s Leicester store
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Analysis & FeaturesM&S Plant Kitchen Tofish & Chips: acid test
This vegan dish comprises crispy battered tofu goujons, chips and a vegan tartare sauce
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NewsBranston in a pickle over possible ‘plastic contamination’ in 10 SKUs
Variants of the pickle and chutney maker’s Original, Small Chunk and Smooth ranges have been affected
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Comment & OpinionJoe Lycett’s Hugo Boss jab is a warning to businesses: know your place
The recent furore surrounding Hugo Boss sends an important message of self-awareness to all businesses
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Comment & OpinionFad or forever? How shoppers actually feel about grocery brands’ ethical credentials
It’s become necessary for organisations of all kinds to develop purposes and values that are relevant to how people live, but do shoppers care when it comes to parting with cash?
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NewsPoundland owner delays retailer’s potential flotation amid coronavirus and CEO illness
Market volatility caused by the virus’ outbreak and the illness of the unit CEO Andy Bond were cited as reasons for the delay
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My Alternative CVCraig Williamson, Barn Farm Drinks, on Fleetwood Mac, Mel Gibson and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
‘My motto is: Live life to the full’