UK retail sales rebound 0.5% cent in August
UK retail sales bounced back in August with online, department store and food sales helping to drive a stronger-than-expected rise in consumer spending. Sales volumes increased…
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The Opportunity for Dairy Foods in the GLP-1 Medication Era
GLP-1 medications have become well-known in the dairy industry. What may come as a surprise is the rapid increase in their usage. A recent Gallup Poll indicates that 11% of U.S…
Footasylum x adidas exclusive in-store polka activation at The Trafford Centre 19/09
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How Ingredion aims to capitalize on ‘reformulation boom’ with Tate & Lyle deal
The acquisition positions Ingredion as the "go-to provider for texture and healthful solutions" within the food and beverage industries, according to its CEO.
Snappy Shopper unveils AI assistant for retailers
Its initial capabilities include answering questions about sales, bestselling products, trends and opportunities
August was ‘a very tough month’ for grocery unit sales
The month saw widespread volume declines, particularly in fresh foods like meat, produce and bakery, according to Circana data prepared by 210 Analytics.
Greggs overtakes Costa as largest UK coffee destination
Greggs has overtaken Costa Coffee to become the UK’s largest branded coffee shop operator, highlighting the growing influence of food-to-go retailers in the increasingly…
GLP-1 drugs put $73B in global food value at risk, report finds
PepsiCo’s Lay’s is the most exposed food brand, with Doritos, Hershey's, Cheetos, Kellogg's and Reese's also vulnerable, Brand Finance determined.
French Industry Wants To Resume Deposit Return Scheme Talks
GIE La Boîte Boisson, a can industry cooperative, has called on the government to resume discussions and include aluminium cans.
Natural Grocers eyes Texas for long-term growth
The specialty grocer is reincorporating from Delaware to Texas, citing its existing footprint plus future expansion plans within the Lone Star State.
Tesco builds on successful F&F Online launch with revamped shopping experience
Following the relaunch of F&F Online, Tesco is expanding its fashion ecommerce offer adding more styles and size options, as well as exclusive online ranges. Additionally, Tesco…
Decathlon puts used lease bikes back to work
Decathlon is expanding its bike leasing program to include refurbished models. Used lease bikes undergo a technical overhaul and are then offered a second lease term, which should…