All Trends articles – Page 39
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NewsHim & MCA Insight becomes Lumina Intelligence as William Reed combines data sources
The launch of Lumina Intelligence will be supported with a new website and social media platforms
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Comment & OpinionAt Aldi, we see the pandemic as an opportunity – not a threat – to reducing plastic
Consumers are more concerned than ever about the environment, and we all have to play our part, says Aldi UK & Ireland CEO Giles Hurley
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NewsFace mask rules add to ‘worst week’ of staff abuse, Co-op reports
The convenience retailer said it recorded 990 incidents of anti-social behaviour and verbal abuse
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NewsCo-op report reveals convenience share growth and preference for home comforts
Co-op, the largest player in the convenience sector, achieved a market share of 7.2% during the past 12 weeks
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Comment & OpinionShopworkers are playing a key role in retailer loyalty during coronavirus
Perhaps it really is time for supermarkets to permanently reassess the wages they pay their shopworkers
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NewsShoppers willing to switch supermarket over safety worries, survey finds
Two-thirds of shoppers admitted loyalty to their favourite supermarket would be tested if safety measures were deemed ineffective, found a survey
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NewsWaitrose sees further online order surge as shoppers stock up holiday homes
Waitrose reported a boost for customer orders for deliveries to holiday spots such as Truro and Weston-super-Mare
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NewsFace masks to be made mandatory in shops in England from 24 July
Failure to follow the new rules will lead to a fine of up to £100, which will reduce to £50 if paid promptly
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NewsConsumer confidence rising as lockdown is eased, says IGD
IGD’s Shopper Confidence Index shows a combination of the easing, warm weather and low inflation has driven up confidence levels
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NewsFrozen food sales remain high as freezer filling trend sticks
Value sales of frozen food in the 12 weeks to 14 June surged 19.4%, on volumes up 17.5% – a whopping £285m increase
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NewsAldi sees 50% hike in sales of free-from food and drink
Aldi now has a 5.7% market share - the largest of any non mult retailer, although Tesco still dominates with a 24.3% share of free-from sales.
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Promotional FeaturesThree big challenges brands face when going DTC – and how to address them
While shifting to incorporate a DTC model offers major opportunities, it also presents significant challenges
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Comment & OpinionChristmas re-imagined: post-Covid trends that will impact the peak period
Christmas 2020 is uncertain but there are some trends we can bank on, says Google’s Harry Walker
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NewsGen Z to drive a long-term boom for frozen food
Over a quarter of 18 to 24-year-olds now bought more equivalents of their fresh purchases, found research by Birds Eye and Iceland
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NewsConvenience retail sector forecast to grow 8% this year
Convenience retail had benefited from larger basket sizes and spend since the start of the coronavirus pandemic
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NewsPeanut butter sales overtake jam as Brits turn to ‘healthier’ fare
Brands are putting this boost down to peanut butter’s versatility and health credentials
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Comment & OpinionBusinesses can’t passively accept a ‘new normal’ – they must define it
The many unknowns that lay ahead form the perfect battleground for competitive businesses, says David Sables, CEO of Sentinel Management Consultants
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Comment & OpinionHow retailers and suppliers can prepare for the post-Covid market
Future-gazing can be a fool’s game but many predictions for the post-Covid world are sound, says Jeremy Garlick, partner at Insight Traction
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NewsBottle shortage and higher demand hits UK supplies of soy sauce
Data shows numerous out-of-stocks for both brands and own-label options
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NewsGrocery delivery boom ‘here to stay’ after lockdown, research suggests
Demand for online grocery delivery services has not waivered despite lockdown easing, Him and MCA Insight said