All news articles – Page 15
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NewsMedia buying platform falls foul of HFSS advertising rules
The Trade Desk doesn’t sell food, but used imagery of a two-pack of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups within a LinkedIn ad as ‘illustrative content of The Trade Desk’s capabilities and client base’ the company said
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NewsWhittard sales jump 15% as website traffic soars
Sales have soared at premium tea and coffee retailer Whittard of Chelsea, after customers flocked to sign up to its loyalty programme
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NewsDiageo reveals new CFO to replace Nik Jhangiani in 2027
Joanne Wilson, currently CFO at WPP, will take up the role from “some time in 2027”
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NewsAsda brings back fuel discount for loyalty scheme members
Asda first introduced the offer in July, linking its Rewards app and its petrol forecourts for the first time
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NewsM&S Food ‘flying’ but fashion still ‘hungover’ from cyberattack
The retailer’s grocery market share has soared from 4.1% to 4.5% since the end of March, a rate that “even M&S must be surprised by”, according to investment bank Peel Hunt
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NewsCrosta Mollica merges with EPG to form €1bn pizza giant
After months of speculation over a sale of Crosta Mollica by its private equity owners, the rapidly growing challenger brand said it would instead merge with EPG in a partnership retaining both companies’ ownership.
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NewsBooths hopes ‘market-style’ loose produce bays will help cut food waste
By increasing the amount of loose veg it sells, Booths hopes to cut food waste and improve choice
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NewsHarlech Foodservice predicts ‘busiest Christmas yet’ as pre-orders surge 1,100%
Harlech has launched a Christmas brochure featuring 420 products, including 78 new lines
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NewsFears mounting over climate impact on food supplies, reports Fairtrade Foundation
Some 84% of UK consumers were concerned about the impact of climate change on food supplies, Fairtrade said
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NewsTesco backs Drinkaware push aimed at making alcohol moderation accessible
The push highlights the role retailers, producers and hospitality partners can play in helping consumers make informed choices
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NewsImpossible Foods launches into UK retail with four-strong range
The US plant-based protein brand, which has been available in select UK restaurants since 2022, said the move into retail was a ‘significant milestone’ for its international expansion
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NewsChance Cider lands first supermarket listing with M&S
Chance Cider is made using 100% British cider apples at Aston Manor in Worcestershire
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NewsChapel Down upgrades profit guidance as sales boom in first half
Booming sales at English vintner Chapel Down have led the company to upgrade its profit guidance for the year
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NewsCo-op losses deepen in first half as promotions bite into P&L
Co-op’s underlying losses deepened in the first half of the year, as the stricken retailer struggled to regain its feet after the 2025 cyberattack and resultant leadership churn
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NewsHere We Flo period care ads censured by ASA
The watchdog concluded that Flo’s ads were likely to mislead
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NewsTesco, Sainsbury’s and M&S launch ‘game-changing’ AI truck collaboration
Collaboration between retailers and suppliers uses spare capacity in delivery trucks
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NewsWaitrose named partner for Amol Rajan’s new media platform
The Amol Rajan Connection is being described as a modern media platform built around people, ideas, and future opportunities
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NewsSecond SFI window closes less than six hours after opening
Although £183m was initially earmarked, £53m in extra funding has been added thanks to a £50m boost announced by PM Andy Burnham in August along with £3m left over from the first window
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NewsTortilla launches Hot Damn Chicken flavour and brings back Ghost Chilli Ranch
Hot Damn Chicken combines the fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain’s Asado Chicken with a Hot Damn Glaze created with Thiccc Sauce
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NewsCo-op Wholesale extends rebate scheme to food-to-go DTS orders
Under the new model, which takes effect from 5 October, retailers can enjoy the benefits of a DTS service while adding to their potential rebate earnings