All analysis & features articles – Page 5
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Analysis & FeaturesWill Reeves’ food tariff cuts actually help to lower inflation?
The food & drink industry is sceptical the plans will have any effect
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat’s behind the Asda-Ocado tie-up and will it work?
Asda is to adopt Ocado’s Smart Platform technology. What does the deal entail and will the new partnership work?
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat Appleby Westward deal means for AF Blakemore and Spar
After a year of tough trading, Blakemore’s move for AWG gives it significant scale and a major presence in south west England
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Analysis & FeaturesCan the food industry make healthy diets the most affordable?
A British Nutrition Foundation report sets out a blueprint for action on obesity, urging retailers and suppliers to take the lead
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Analysis & FeaturesThe BAME brands bringing new flavours to grocery
BAME founders face barriers to funding and access but are nonetheless shaking up the grocery sector with innovative products from around the world
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Analysis & FeaturesCan long-term bumper contracts save British farming?
Long-term contracts have become the norm, with retailers claiming they offer farmers security and cash to invest. Is it that straightforward?
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat will a merger do for Tate & Lyle and Ingredion?
A deal would help US Ingredion ‘build out’, according to experts
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat makes Alex Baldock right for Boots’ IPO hopes?
Hailed as the hero behind the revival of Currys’ fortunes, Alex Baldock’s next challenge will be steering Boots to a potential IPO next year
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Makan Malaysia’s founders are 'shouting about' the taste of home
The cooking sauce business is looking to bring Malaysian flavours to the masses via lines like its The Sambal and Rendang Sauce
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Aubrey Allen went beyond butchery to secure Farm Shop & Deli prize
Established in 1933, Aubrey Allen is still in the family, offering naturally produced meat, farmhouse cheeses and chef-prepared ready meals
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Analysis & FeaturesHave meat alternatives just solved their price problem?
The price gap between meat and plant-based alternatives is closing. Is this the good news plant-based has been looking for?
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Analysis & FeaturesWill suppliers get on board as Amazon takes on the mults?
Amazon is undercutting the supermarkets in a major grocery push. But it lags its rivals in the GCA’s rankings, so suppliers may be wary
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Analysis & FeaturesGetting personal: the next frontier for supermarket loyalty schemes
AI is turning supermarket loyalty schemes from a ‘blunt instrument’ into a one-to-one marketing tool. But can retailers get the balance right?
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Analysis & FeaturesIn charts: How shoppers plan to stock up for the World Cup
Shopping more often, buying bigger and trying new products: supermarkets and shoppers are in for a busy time during this summer’s World Cup
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat is the government doing to keep food price inflation down? Not a lot
With a ‘tsunami’ of higher food prices on the horizon, the Chancellor has announced support measures – but the industry is not placated
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Analysis & FeaturesThe rise of the non-traditional Christmas
As younger consumers rewrite the rules of festive eating, the brands and retailers that embrace flexibility over tradition are best placed to win
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Analysis & FeaturesCan John Vincent strike the right balance in Leon’s ‘new era’?
The founder is taking Leon back to its roots, but trends move quickly
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Analysis & FeaturesHow celebrity brand deals really work in 2026
Today’s stars are seeking more than a quick payout for a TV ad. Many are taking co-ownership of brands – or becoming founders themselves
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Analysis & FeaturesScotland & Wales elections: what policies are on the table for food & drink?
With elections in Scotland and Wales on 7 May, what do the main political parties have planned for the food & drink industry?
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Analysis & FeaturesWill ABF FoodCo’s split from Primark unlock its potential?
ABF FoodCo will be the UK’s largest listed food manufacturer