IKEA invests 1.2 billion euros in price cuts across Europe
The Swedish home furnishings retailer IKEA has announced that it is investing 1.2 billion euros in price cuts across Europe. Depending on the country and product category, prices…
European FMCG news
Fresh headlines across food, beverage, personal-care, home-care, retail and FMCG services, updated automatically and linked to the original publishers.
Ben & Jerry’s adds three board members to boost social mission
The ice cream maker’s new independent directors bring experience in environmental and social justice, civil rights, economic equity and free speech.
Dick’s keeps Foot Locker in the game despite losses, gloomy outlook
The mall chain, which depends on new and retro sneaker styles, is getting hit hard by fewer launches and shifting demand in athletic footwear.
Trade group sues to halt New York City’s municipal supermarket project
The city’s plan to open five grocery stores would put smaller food retailers out of business, claims an organization representing local independent grocers.
Magnum welcomes pruning of Ben & Jerry’s lawsuit
The Magnum Ice Cream Company has welcomed a US court decision narrowing a lawsuit brought by former Ben & Jerry’s independent directors. The post Magnum welcomes pruning of Ben &…
The Friday Checkout: Walmart and Target each put a unique spin on grocery
In reporting their latest earnings, the retailers made clear that they depend heavily on their food and beverage businesses as they look to stand out to consumers.
Europeans More Open To Food Innovation Than In The Past, Study Finds
European consumers are more open to food innovation than in the past, but acceptance still depends on trust.
Independent store spending falls as wider grocery sales rise
Sales through symbols and independents fell 2.9% year on year in late spring and early summer
EXCLUSIVE: Asda launches wholesale offer for independent retailers including new ‘Asda Convenience’ format
Trials of the partnership are underway with a convenience chain in the Glasgow area
Co-op names Moni Mannings interim chair as Debbie White steps down
Group begins search for permanent successor as senior independent director takes temporary charge
Co-op chair Debbie White steps down as Moni Mannings takes interim role
Co-op Group chair Debbie White is stepping down from the board, with senior independent director Moni Mannings OBE appointed interim chair as the retailer continues its search for…
Debbie White to step down as chair of Co-op
The Co-op Group has announced that chair and board member Debbie White is set to depart from the company effective immediately. Moni Mannings OBE, senior independent director, has…