All Retail and Wholesale articles – Page 13
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NewsDiscount chain MaxiDeals goes into liquidation
MaxiDeals ceased trading ‘very suddenly’ in a ‘really tough trading environment accompanied with rising costs’
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Promotional FeaturesRisk vs reward: how brands and retailers can grow without the gamble in 2025
As the food and drink industry moves into 2025, brands and retailers continue to weigh up the opportunities afforded by innovation alongside maintaining a positive sales performance – and it’s a tricky balance to achieve. Discover why careful deliberation and the use of data and technology are vital to ensure sustainable growth.
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NewsCity snapshot: Food sales jump as shoppers stay home
Retail sales bounced back in January with a bigger-than-predicted rise thanks to strong growth in food stores as people ate more at home to save money, according to new official figures. Plus, consumer confidence also improved in February
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NewsLidl’s TikTok Shop launch sells out in 18 minutes
The discounter went live on TikTok Shop with a limited run of 3,000 bundles of high-protein products at about 10am today
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NewsKiuki launches ‘crowdsourced’ grocery marketplace
Kiuki.com says its ambition is to make grocery shopping on the site “faster than anywhere else” for customers
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NewsAldi to invest £67m in store upgrades over coming year
Aldi is investing £67m in upgrading its existing retail stores throughout 2025
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NewsSterling Meat Co credits strong growth to £1.5m store revamp and quality
The Manchester-based meat retailer – formed out of the remnants of Crawshaws, which closed in 2018 – grew revenues by 11.9% to 25.3m in 2024
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Promotional FeaturesHow going greener makes business sense in the retail sector
From offering public electric vehicle charging points to investing in green technology, there are plenty of opportunities for retail businesses to reduce their carbon footprint. Simply getting started is the main challenge.
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NewsBidfood launches new interactive platform aimed at pubs
The new platform is the second one the wholesaler has launched over the past year
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NewsUsdaw general secretary Paddy Lillis to retire after 35 years
Lillis will retire in July, along with Usdaw deputy general secretary Dave McCrossen
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NewsJJ Foodservice launches new premium sushi rice line
The wholesaler has introduced a range deal for sushi and Asian fusion dishes
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NewsSugro partners with provider to lower fuel costs for members
Sugro members are estimated to save up to 15% on fuel with the new provider
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NewsSpanish wholesale distributor Mevalco to support Bristol social welfare charity
The wholesaler will be donating Spanish specialist food to The Mazi Project
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NewsMorrisons ties up with Quadient for parcel lockers across Daily estate
Quadient has also partnered with a number of other convenience retailers recently, including the Co-op Group, East of England Co-op, and Chelmsford Star Co-op
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NewsBooker executives take up Women in Wholesale positions
Booker group people director Rebecca Mallows will join the leadership team as member of the steering committee
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NewsCaterfood Buying Group launches new format for supplier events
The event will get a makeover, with a new venue and extended networking time
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NewsBrakes introduces new fresh chicken welfare standards for own-brand range
The chickens will have more space to move around and have access to enrichments
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Promotional FeaturesHow to reduce trolley theft while boosting sustainability in your store
Trolley theft in the UK is a growing issue, causing significant financial losses and environmental impact for retailers. Innovative solutions, such as hybrid trolleys and advanced security systems, offer a way to reduce theft while supporting sustainability goals.
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Comment & OpinionEx-head of Sainsbury’s Future Brands: here’s how to really engage buyers
Find the right person, be patient and build a relationship, says Tom Forsythe, MD of Good & Proper Tea
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Comment & OpinionWhy Asda’s £1.2bn equal pay ruling could hit UK retail hard
The latest twist on the equal pay legal action brought against Asda found there was a ‘mixed picture’ over the comparability of store and warehouse roles