All Retail and Wholesale articles
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Promotional FeaturesWhy CPG suppliers need to think differently about which brands matter most to customers
Getting an in-depth understanding of what consumers want from a CPG brand in the retail environment is crucial to gaining and retaining loyalty – and it’s not always easy for suppliers to judge. Now, a new retail study, launching in early 2025, will look at the factors shaping CPG success.
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NewsScottish Wholesale Association urges inclusion of wholesale in future emergency plans
The association is calling for a new emergency fund and improved understanding of the sector
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NewsFoodservice wholesalers predict bumper Christmas as office parties return
Wholesalers across the country are expecting higher sales as social occasions around festivities increase
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Category ReportBack with a bang: food to go trends 2024
Food to go has exploded in the past year, with annual unit sales at last overcoming the slump caused by Covid. Who’s cashing in?
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NewsCity snapshot: Lacklustre footfall strikes another blow to retailers
Retail footfall fell again as a later-than-usual Black Friday and low consumer confidence meant customers were hesitant to hit the shops. Also, Heineken launches plans to build the Gulf’s first major commercial brewery in Dubai.
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NewsFinalists for The Convenience Awards 2025 revealed
The Convenience Awards 2025 takes place on 19 March at The Victoria Warehouse in Manchester
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NewsRetailers ditch Conor McGregor’s booze brands after court ruling
Proper No Twelve and Forged Irish Stout are disappearing from shelves across the UK and Ireland
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NewsWholesalers urge Starmer to address budget’s long-term negative consequences
FWD members expressed ‘grave concerns’ over the impact of the budget
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NewsQ Catering expands fresh produce offer with RJ Kingsland acquisition
The wholesaler wants to expand its fresh produce offer in the south east
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NewsCrowbond completes fourth acquisition this year with Hertfordshire caterer
The latest purchase would bring Crowbond’s annual turnover over £25m, according to the wholesaler
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NewsBestway Foundation supports Duke of Edinburgh’s Award with £100k donation
The foundation has supported the scheme for over 30 years
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NewsCountry Range Group welcomes new member McClures
The wholesaler is the fifth to join Country Range Group this year
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Analysis & FeaturesHow Bell’s went from fruit & veg shop to award-winning fishmonger
Bell’s combines the freshest produce with bespoke service as it seeks to drive up UK fish consumption
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NewsCaterforce relaunches improved cleaning own brand Clene Guard
The new range will replace Caterforce’s own brand ProClean
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NewsEast of England Co-op boosts staff productivity by 70% thanks to ESLs
It allows East of England Co-op to centrally manage pricing, product information and promotions, eliminating the need for manual updates
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NewsMedia Bites 19 November: National Insurance, farming protests and BrewDog closures
More than 70 retail businesses have warned job losses will be “inevitable” in the wake of the budget
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Analysis & FeaturesFive tips from the Farm Shop & Deli Dragons’ Pantry Accelerator
The Farm Shop & Deli Dragons’ Pantry Accelerator offered insight on topics including getting a wholesale listing and making the most of customer data
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NewsUnitas backs supplier campaign against drinking and driving this Christmas
The campaign aims to encourage drivers to make ‘responsible decisions’
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NewsPricecheck ‘confident’ about growth after annual sales rise by 16%
Turnover has exceeded £150m for the first time in 10 years