Sainsbury's news and analysis
Sainsbury’s is the second-largest supermarket chain in the UK, with a network of supermarkets, Sainsbury's Local convenience stores, and an integrated online offering. It operates the Nectar loyalty programme and has focused on pricing initiatives like Nectar Prices and Aldi Pirce Match. The Grocer covers Sainsbury’s with news, analysis, insight and opinion, including market share updates, strategic developments, and leadership changes.
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NewsTesco and M&S shareholders react to Christmas results
Christmas sales at Tesco and M&S were received differently on the stock market on Thursday – and not as you might have expected, given the news they delivered
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NewsSainsbury’s ‘observing’ impact of GLP-1 drugs but defends offer
Rival grocers Morrisons, M&S, Co-op and Iceland have all been quick to roll out specific ‘GLP-1 friendly’ ranges this year
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NewsSainsbury’s gains market share in bumper Christmas
Sainsbury’s won over more shoppers this festive period, winning market share for its sixth consecutive Christmas
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NewsAsda vows to undercut Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s loyalty prices by up to 50%
A year on from relaunching Asda Price, Allan Leighton is laying down the gauntlet in a renewed price offensive
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NewsSainsbury’s launches graduate programme with AI skills focus
The three-part FutureMaker programme will run for 24 months
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NewsChristmas volumes under pressure despite highest ever supermarket sales
Supermarket sales in December hit a record £13.8bn but volumes declined as growth came in below grocery inflation, with hard-pressed shoppers leaning heavily on promotions in the run-up to Christmas
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NewsSainsbury’s CEO and Wrap chair top 2026 New Year Honours list
Sainsbury’s CEO Simon Roberts and Wrap chairman Sebastian Munden have been awarded CBEs in King Charles’ New Year Honours list, with the food and drink sector well represented across multiple categories
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NewsEx-Waitrose MD named as Pets at Home CEO
The former Waitrose MD is set to become CEO at Pets at Home Group, joining the petcare specialist on 30 March
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Analysis & FeaturesSupermarket Christmas and new year opening times 2025
Planning the big Christmas food shop? Or forgot sprouts on Christmas Eve? Here’s a complete guide to festive supermarket opening hours
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Analysis & FeaturesJob cuts, cyberattacks and loyalty fraud: The top supermarket stories of 2025
From devastating cyberattacks at M&S, Co-op and Morrisons to waves of job cuts driven by soaring employment costs, 2025 proved a turbulent year for Britain’s supermarkets. The Grocer rounds up the top stories that captured attention across the sector
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NewsSainsbury’s and Clipper back petition to tackle tea supply chain issues
The petition urges the government to bring in Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence legislation to tackle issues in tea supply chains
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NewsSainsbury’s and Comic Relief launch ‘12 Recipes of Christmas’
Each recipe will include swaps and tips to create adaptable festive dishes to suit ‘any budget or diet’
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NewsSupermarkets begin talks on taking over national food safety data
The government last month gave the go-ahead for a new national system to take over running of the ‘Scores on the Doors’ food hygiene ratings scheme
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NewsHeron Foods reveals frozen family Christmas dinner for £15
At £15 – or £3.75 a head – the frozen food retailer’s deal comes in pricier than offers from Aldi, Lidl and even Sainsbury’s
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Analysis & FeaturesWhy supermarkets are ditching aggregators for in-house rapid delivery
Supermarkets and delivery apps have co-existed peacefully since the pandemic threw them together. But now retailers are looking to take them in-house
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NewsSainsbury’s reveals festive feast for six for £13.31
Sainsbury’s has also thought of vegetarians, unveiling a meat-free option
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NewsUK to launch ‘world-first’ mandatory health reporting consultation
Ministers are working with the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the ‘world first’ mandatory reporting proposals for healthy food
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NewsQatar Investment Authority to offload £300m worth of Sainsbury’s shares
The Qatar Investment Authority has revealed it would sell up to 84 million shares in Sainsbury’s to institutional investors in a placing
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NewsSainsbury’s trademark activity hints at new high-fibre range
The application covers four classes including meat and fish, fruit and vegetables, dairy, confectionery, beers and non-alcoholic drinks
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NewsMaltesers dearer than sirloin steak in Sainsbury’s and Morrisons
Pre-promotional Maltesers prices have risen by as much as 16% in recent weeks