All Discounters articles – Page 5
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Analysis & FeaturesChristmas 2024: what were the highs and hiccups for supermarkets?
Supermarkets took the cheap veg battle to a new low of 8p this Christmas. How did it pan out and what else did they try?
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NewsLidl ditching packaging that appeals to kids from sugary sweets and snacks
The move includes eliminating design elements such as 3D or animated shapes and ‘playful product names’ that do not reflect the product itself
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NewsAldi to open nine new stores in London in 2025
The discounter is investing £55m in expansion in the capital
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NewsMedia Bites 17 January: calorie labels, December retail sales, Poundland
Calorie labels encourage people to choose healthier options but only by 11 calories, a study has found
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Comment & OpinionB&M’s low-tech strategy is failing to impress investors
A change of strategy is likely on the cards for B&M, says Orwa Mohamad, senior analyst at Third Bridge
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NewsSuperdrug sales up 6.6% over Christmas
Same-store like-for-like sales were up 5.1%, the health & beauty retailer said
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NewsPoundland’s weak trading carries into new financial year – and Christmas
The group has put the brakes on Poundland estate expansion for the year
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Comment & OpinionPoundland’s theft clampdown was hinted at in its results. What else is on the way?
Along with need to tackle crime and stem shrinkage, Poundland’s annual results pointed to fundamental changes in the discounter’s strategy
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NewsLidl launches consultation with 300 workers over proposed closure of Enfield warehouse
The 300 workers were informed yesterday and told redeployment opportunities would be explored ahead of the site’s proposed closure at the end of September this year
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NewsAldi buying MD Julie Ashfield promoted to chief commercial officer in board structure shake-up
The shake-up also includes the creation of two chief operating officer roles, who along with Ashfield will report to Aldi UK CEO Giles Hurley
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NewsPoundstretcher sinks to loss before acquisition but now ‘well positioned’ for growth
The retailer made pre-tax loss of £9.8m in the year to 31 March 2024, slipping from a £5m profit the year before
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NewsDiscount Dragon doubles revenue despite straining warehouse capacity
Discount Dragon also delivered a modest adjusted EBITDA profit for the first time in the month of October 2024
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NewsPoundland making ‘biggest-ever investment’ in tackling retail crime
The clampdown includes equipping stores with new technology and giving security teams the backing to detain suspects
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NewsCity snapshot: EG Group set for $13bn New York IPO
Forecourt operator EG Group is readying a $13bn stock market flotation in the US for later this year. Plus, trading updates from Huddled and Eagle Eye
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NewsLidl becomes first major retailer to adopt Vegetarian Society’s ‘Plant Based’ accreditation standard
The Vegetarian Society’s Plant Based trademark has been added to Lidl’s Vemondo Plant range, which it launched in October, tripling its plant-based offering in the process
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NewsLidl gives loyalty scheme members chance to win £10 discount with every shop
Until January 15, the discounter is promising one in 10 shoppers using the Lidl Plus app will be rewarded with a £10 coupon to claim off their next shop
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NewsB&M shares tumble after profit guidance cut
B&M’s trading over the Christmas period was weaker than expected
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NewsCity snapshot: Tesco and M&S celebrate a record Christmas as shoppers splash out
Tesco and Marks & Spencer have revealed strong Christmas numbers this morning as consumers splashed out on premium ranges for the big day. Plus, Christmas trading updates from Hilton Food Group, B&M Bargains and Greggs, with the latest shop price inflation data from the BRC and NielsenIQ
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NewsHome Bargains’ turnover and profits soar as store estate grows
The retailer opened 31 new stores in 2024 and is set to launch a ‘highy automated’ new one million sq ft distribution centre in spring
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NewsPoundland appoints CJ Antal-Smith as commercial director
Antal-Smith replaces Tim Bettley, who has moved on from the business after six years