Despite waning consumer confidence, retail sales in the UK rose in August.According to the Office for National Statistics, sales increased by 1% in August, building on…
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Waitrose has announced the launch of its innovative ‘BrandsNew’ program, allocating over £2m to support emerging brands.This initiative leverages Waitrose’s Branded Innovation team and partners like…
The convenience store sector is witnessing significant growth as supermarket chains accelerate their expansion efforts. Opening more than one new location each week, this trend highlights…
Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is on the rise in the UK, making charging infrastructure critical.Over a million fully electric cars and 620,000 plug-in hybrids are on…
Aldi is advocating for expedited planning permissions as delays hinder its UK expansion goals.George Brown from Aldi highlights prolonged planning processes, taking over a year for…
The rise of ‘fakeaways’ is transforming supermarket sales dynamics.Restaurant-branded products are increasingly available in supermarkets.A 51% increase in sales of ‘fakeaway’ products has been noted by…
Lidl has taken the lead over its competitor Aldi, according to recent NIQ data.Lidl’s sales surged by 8% over a 12-week period, whereas Aldi saw a…
Sainsbury’s is launching a bold new strategy to enhance profits and customer experience.The focus is on expanding food range offerings across more stores, investing in loyalty…
As Christmas 2023 approaches, supermarkets reveal the year’s top food and drink trends.There is a strong emphasis on vegan and plant-based options across various retailers.Social media…
The excitement surrounding England’s Lionesses in the World Cup brought a significant boost to retail sales as fans geared up for watch parties.As the Lionesses progressed…