WH Smith FY profit to hit lower end as inflation squeezes margins
Increased promotional activity, inflation and reduced brand marketing have weighed on trading margins despite solid summer revenue growth
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UK Food Price Inflation Could Hit Nearly 7% In 2027
British food price inflation will reach up to 3.9% this year and nearly 7% in 2027, a prominent grocery industry researcher said.
Target’s New AI-Powered Shopping Features Help Shoppers Make Decisions
US grocery retailer Target is rolling out AI-powered app enhancements to make shopping easier and more inspiring and personalised.
Nothing To Hide – Five UK Food & Drink Companies Volunteer Healthy-Sales Data
Five UK food and drink manufacturers have pledged to voluntarily publish their healthy-product sales data next year.
McVitie’s launches multimillion masterbrand campaign
McVitie’s has launched a multi-million-pound marketing campaign which highlights its umbrella of popular brands and the role the business plays in Britain. This campaign will run…
The Magnum Ice Cream Company Brings Ben & Jerry’s Production To Germany
The Magnum Ice Cream Company has launched a dedicated Ben & Jerry’s production line at its flagship German factory in Heppenheim.
France Provides Agri-Food Sector With Cyber Crisis Training Kit
France’s National Cybersecurity Agency has released a crisis exercise kit to help agri-food organisations prepare for and manage online attacks.
Borealis Foods Enters German Market Via Creator-Led Niom Niom Brand
Food science and manufacturing firm Borealis has expanded its European footprint with Niom Niom high-protein instant noodles.
UK Grocery Sales Rise Despite End-Of-Summer Slowdown – Worldpanel
Take-home grocery sales rose by 2.0% in the UK in the four weeks to 6 September, according to Worldpanel by Numerator.
Quick Bites On A Budget – Aldi Belgium Debuts New ‘To Go’ Line
Aldi Belgium’s ‘To Go’ section features around 40 convenient grab-and-go options, designed for immediate takeaway and consumption.
Coca-Cola to spend $10B on US manufacturing by 2030
The soda giant and its bottlers are planning to expand production and distribution in part of its largest market.
Waitrose launches supermarket first with new Regenerative Farming logo on own brand milk
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