Yakult appoints new national sales manager
Gut health brand Yakult has appointed Joe Gailani as national sales manager for the UK & Ireland, to assist in the next phase of commercial growth. This move comes as…
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Lidl sales hit £13bn as it gains ground on Aldi with 50-store push
Lidl has pushed annual sales past £13bn after attracting 43m more customer visits. Its now preparing to open more than 50 stores in an attempt to close the gap on Aldi. Turnover…
Frasers is “building out a luxury retail ecosystem”
Frasers is stepping up its push into luxury retail with the launch of a dedicated luxury division, bringing together Flannels, Harvey Nichols and The Webster alongside its growing…
Tesco unveils its 2026 Accelerator Programme cohort
Tesco has announced the latest nine brands which will join this year’s Accelerator Programme, as part of the sixth cohort. The scheme aims to offer support to new brands with…
Damart makes its way into French supermarkets
Damart is venturing outside its own store network for the first time. The French fashion brand is bringing its thermal underwear to more than 1,100 retail locations, including…
In Belgium, Lidl calls for the elimination of sales tax on fruits and vegetables
In a widely noted open letter, Lidl is asking the Belgian federal government to eliminate the VAT on fresh fruits and vegetables. The discount retailer has committed to passing on…
North Macedonia Approves Proeks International’s Acquisition Of Tinex
North Macedonia's competition regulator has approved Proeks International's acquisition of local wholesaler and retailer Tinex Market Skopje.
Lidl Spain Reports 10% Net Sales Growth In FY 2025
Lidl Spain posted net sales of €7.6 billion in FY 2025, a 10% year-on-year increase, as it captured a 7% market share nationwide.
Co-op Retail Appoints Alex Dower As Managing Director
UK convenience retailer Co-op has announced the appointment of Alex Dower as the new managing director of its retail business.
Mercadona Unveils Proprietary AI Platform For Software Development
Spain's Mercadona has rolled out Atenea, a custom-built AI agent that streamlines and optimises its software development lifecycle.
Taco Bell and Duolingo unite for a worldwide Global Taco Day activation
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HYCO launches first ready-to-drink cans with national listings
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