Supermarket Income REIT snaps up six UK grocery sites in £98m deal
Supermarket Income REIT has acquired six UK grocery properties for £98m as it pushes ahead with plans to significantly expand its portfolio. The FTSE 250 property investor’s…
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Spar Scotland launches supplier-backed £50,000 voucher giveaway
Spar Scotland has launched a supplier-backed giveaway campaign which aims to drive footfall, increase basket spend and support participating brands. Running from 10 September for…
Mackerel shortage pushes supermarkets towards Chilean alternative
UK supermarkets are increasingly turning to Chilean jack mackerel for some tinned fish ranges as falling Atlantic mackerel stocks put pressure on supplies and sustainability…
Poundstretcher owner in talks to buy Poundland
Poundstretcher owner Fortress Investment Group is in talks over a potential takeover of Poundland. Fortress is understood to be in discussions with Poundland owner Gordon Brothers…
THG sales and earnings beat guidance as Myprotein fuels strong first half
THG has posted better-than-expected sales and earnings for the first half as strong growth at Myprotein helped drive a sharp improvement in profitability. The Lookfantastic and…
Matalan unveils fashion overhaul to change brand perception
Matalan is ramping up its fashion credentials with a revamped autumn/winter collection aimed at changing customer perceptions of the brand. It will launch its new autumn/winter…
AI Model Identifies Plant Proteins To Accelerate Innovation
An AI model developed at the University of Leeds has identified nearly 800 plant proteins that can act as emulsifiers.
Polish Grocer Żabka Achieves 13,000-Store Milestone
Poland’s grocery retailer Żabka has crossed the 13,000-store threshold, opening a flagship two-level location in Warsaw’s Wars Sawa Junior depa...
IMF Says Global Growth On Track To Reach 3% In 2026
The IMF said the global economy had weathered the energy shock caused by the war in the Middle East better than feared.
German Consumer Sentiment Remains Weak In September
German consumer confidence improved slightly in September 2026, with consumer sentiment remaining weak overall.
Lidl Spain To Open And Refurbish Stores Following €10m Investment
Lidl Spain will open a new store in Barcelona and two refurbished ones in Madrid and Galicia, after a €10+ million investment.
Dr. Martens appoints global customer director
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