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Sainsbury market share dips
Sainsbury’s market share has dipped to 15.3% from 15.4% during the past 12 weeks to September, according to the latest data from TNS Superpanel.This compares to a 15.9% market share for the same period last year. TNS also indicated that...
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Actis invests in China Wolfberry wine
British private equity firm Actis has invested $10m (£5.6m) in a Chinese Wolfberry wine firm, giving it a 30% stake, according to newspaper reports.The Chinese company is currently leading the market in wine made from wolfberries, often used...
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Budgens enters LinkPork Scheme
Budgens has entered a partnership with pork processors, George Adams & Sons and a group of British pig farmers in order to ensure high quality supply of home produced pork.The new relationship with the LinkPork Scheme follows the recent...
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UB completes Jacob’s purchase
United Biscuits (UB) has announced it has completed its acquisition of Jacob’s Biscuit Group, following clearance from the UK competition authority, which it received on September 10.Malcolm Ritchie, chief executive of UB said: “The combined...
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Low-carb confusion prevents market growth
British consumers have found it difficult to follow a diet that requires giving up carbohydrates, although many have plans to follow a low-carb diet in the future, according to the latest research from Mintel.The research found that although...
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Flower supplier goes into administration
Frank Rowe Ltd, the largest supplier of cut chrysanthemums in to supermarkets and other major retailers in the UK, has been forced into administration.Increased competition from cheap imports in combination with higher petrol prices over the...
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PayPoint about to float
PayPoint, the utility payment network, will float on the stock exchange on September 24 and the company will be valued at £129.5m.PayPoint operates collection systems in convenience stores enabling customers to pay household bills, top up...
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Coles Myer expects strong full-year results
Coles Myer, the Australian supermarket retailer, is expected to report strong annual profits this week, aided by high consumer spend, cost cutting and a discount fuel offer, according to media reports.The company has also recently revamped...
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Glenmorangie announces plans for BNJ
Glenmorangie, the Scotch whisky company, has announced it is putting increased marketing investment behind The Bailie Nicol Jarvie (BNJ), its premium blended Scotch whisky brand.The marketing activity will be supported by extensive sampling,...
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Dairy Farm expands its Hong Kong presence
Dairy Farm International Holdings, which operates 7-Eleven convenience stores and Cold Storage supermarkets, will pay HK$105m for a Hong Kong retail chain.Dairy Farm is purchasing 87 Daily Stop outlets, located in subway and railway stations...
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Tesco buys 10 Safeway stores
Tesco has bought 10 Safeway stores from rival retailer Morrisons for around £87.6m. This is the latest batch of store divestments by Morrisons since the completion of its takeover of Safeway in March. Morrisons was required to sell the...
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Dhamecha Day 1
The first store to trade under the new Day 1 fascia from Dhamecha has opened in Kilburn, London, with a second due to open next week, said chief executive Pradip Dhamecha. To join the scheme, which has been promoted to members of Dhamecha’s...
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Inspiration from above
An AIM listing should give Gina and Charles Hall’s business the shot in the arm it needs for sales of the premium ice cream brand, inspired by the Indian hills, to grow rapidly. Elaine Watson reportsThe most important thing about...
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Inspiration from above
An AIM listing should give Gina and Charles Hall’s business the shot in the arm it needs for sales of the premium ice cream brand, inspired by the Indian hills, to grow rapidly. Elaine Watson reportsThe most important thing about...
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The Acid Test
>>consumers and buyers give their views on the latest launchesShiraz RoséFrom: Jacob’s CreekJacob’s Creek is catering to the increasing demand for rosé, with the launch of Shiraz Rosé. Rosé is the fastest growing...
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Evian displays its affinity with beauty
In what must rank as one of the year’s most innovative examples of brand stretching, French mineral water brand Evian has lent its name to a new 13-strong skincare range.The Evian Affinity range has been developed by Johnson & Johnson and all...
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In profile: Alan Redman, general manager, Batleys, Cardiff
Alan Redman has spent his entire working life in the cash and carry business – 28 years, to be exact, and counting. It’s a business that the 44-year-old general manager of...
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United to drop McV a:m range
United Biscuits is ditching its McV a:m range due to faltering sales and will instead concentrate efforts on its ‘better for you’ brand Go ahead!.The breakfast snacking range was launched in spring 2003, backed by a £12m marketing spend....
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Argentinian showcase
A new range of Argentinian wines are being launched under the Phebus label.The wines have been created by Fabre Montmayou and will be showcased at the annual Wines of Argentina tasting on Tuesday (September 21). Phebus Malbec 2003,...
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Asda serves the right meal deal
The ambient pasta sauce sector has grown in scale and diversity in recent years, with plenty of brands now on sale as well as speciality retailer own label products. This diversity is reflected by the average of 108 products found across the grocery...