Paul Carey
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the net widens
Every week, there are reports of yet another fish species in crisis because of overfishing. And every week, another retailer or supplier unveils plans to improve its sourcing strategy. Asda, Birds Eye and Young's Seafood are among many companies now...
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Global food giants take cautious line on deals and focus on core activities
Global fmcg companies have switched their attentions from mega acquisitions to smaller deals that strengthen core activities, exclusive research for The Grocer reveals. Last year's merger and acquisition activity was characterised by a...
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Lidl and Aldi buck the trend as growth in grocery slows
Discounters are emerging as big winners in a slowing grocery market, TNS Worldpanel figures show. The total market grew 4% year-on-year in the 12 weeks to 16 July compared with 6% in the 12 weeks to 17 June. However, Lidl and Aldi...
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the dragon slayers
Imagine an untapped market with a GDP the size of Spain. That is the extent of the opportunity awaiting the Chinese bounty hunters - within the next three years alone. By 2010 the Chinese economy is forecast to grow by $1,113bn, not far short of...