All The Grocer articles in 23 August 2025 – Page 4
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Comment & OpinionChristmas chaos: volatility in supply chains is worse than ever
While global supply chains are still recovering from the disruptions of the past decade, new pressures are mounting rapidly, says Chris Clowes, executive director at Scala
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NewsCo-op launches ‘wave phone to become a member’ feature on ESLs
Once tapped or waved in proximity of the ESL, the phone’s NFC reader can immediately load a URL directing customers to the Co-op membership webpage
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NewsEU-US trade deal ‘does not include’ exemption for wine and spirits
The door to further tariff reductions for these sectors remains open, according to the EU
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NewsSupermarket chiefs warn Chancellor of rising inflation if shops are hit with higher business rates
The chiefs of Aldi, Asda, JLP, Lidl, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Tesco are among 60 retail bosses to have signed the letter to Rachel Reeves
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NewsOutlook good for M&A in food and drink after strong second quarter
M&A activity in food & drink is expected to continue ramping up in 2025 and beyond following a bumper second quarter, a new report shows
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NewsTiffin buys Bradford sandwich firm Love Bites
Independent food-to-go manufacturer Tiffin has acquired fellow Bradford firm Love Bites, just four months after snapping up Scottish sandwich maker PJ’s Foods
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Comment & OpinionThe Guinness boom may be over, but its remarkable resurgence is still worth toasting
After a remarkable post-Covid growth tear, Guinness’ year-on-year growth figures in the past six and three months make for far less positive reading. But the long term trend is clear
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NewsNestlé boosts cocoa yield with novel patented technique
Nestlé claims the technique will free up time for farmers
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NewsHFSS promotions ban slammed despite reduction in junk food sales
Two million fewer junk food items were sold every day. But researchers from the University of Leeds concluded that the ban could have resulted in a much bigger shift
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NewsConsumer confidence improves in August but clouds remain on the horizon
Consumer confidence has climbed to its highest level so far this year but remained fragile ahead of the upcoming autumn budget, according to a new report out this morning
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Grocer 33Tesco comes in cheapest in Grocer 33 shop, beating Asda by 20p
Tesco and Asda each boasted 13 cheapest items, and Asda had more exclusively cheaper SKUs than its Cheshunt rival
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Grocer 33Waitrose South Woodford named best store in north east London area
It was a low-scoring week across the board – the 26,676 sq ft Waitrose came out on top with just 67 points
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Grocer 33James Reid of Waitrose South Woodford on winning with a new team
The Waitrose deputy store manager on retailing in Woodford, the heatwave and NPD
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Analysis & FeaturesCan a Hovis and Kingsmill combo stop the rot in sliced bread?
ABF hopes merger will pull both Hovis and Kingsmill back from the brink amid a decline in sliced bread. What are the chances?
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Analysis & FeaturesWhy the latest co-operative merger is ‘quite different’
Central Co-op is absorbing Chelmsford Star – but management is determined the smaller society will not disappear from view
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Analysis & FeaturesInsights from the Farm Shop & Deli Show 2025
There has never been a better time for independent retailers to demonstrate what sets them apart from the supermarkets
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NewsPlant protein brand Like launches into UK market
The range includes Like Hot Dogs, Like Popcorn Chicken and Like Chicken Burgers
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NewsPopeyes UK appoints new finance director
McNamara joins from bakery chain Buns From Home, where he held the position of finance director
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NewsAsda offers suppliers sustainability-linked finance scheme
The most preferential rates and payment terms will be offered to Asda’s suppliers who are performing strongly against their sustainability KPIs
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Analysis & FeaturesA big fat mistake? The building backlash against seed oils
In the US, debate (and misinformation) about seed oils is leading brands to turn their backs. What are the arguments? And how will it affect the UK?