Retail archive – Page 432
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ArticleMetro to move on India
German retailer Metro has signalled it will join the race to corner India’s burgeoning cash and carry sector with plans to open 50 wholesale outlets in the country
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ArticleGrowth in US high-end retail
Up-scale US retailer, Whole Foods, is doing a roaring trade, while sales at outlets targeting less-affluent consumers stagnate
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M&S poaches Tesco online boss
Marks & Spencer has poached one of Tesco.com’s leading lights in a move which could see it increase its online grocery offer.
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ArticleLidl branches out in eastern Europe
Schwarz Group-owned retailer is setting up an independent headquarters for the Slovak market
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Walmart courts Matahari
Walmart could expand its presence in the Asian retail market if it is successful in forming a joint venture with Indonesian hypermarket operator Matahari
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ArticleNet income climbs at Weis Markets
Despite disappointing fourth quarter, retail group announces improvement in full-year results
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ArticleIndian strawberry exports uncertain
Strawberries are the latest Indian crop to experience a price spike because of post monsoonal rains, which could affect exports of the fruit into Europe and the Middle East
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ArticleA&P appoints new board member
Grocery retail group moves to hand Greg Rayburn new role on board of directors
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Fresh produce markets honoured by FARMA
The National Farmers’ Retail & Markets Association (FARMA) has announced the winners of its 2011 National Farm Retail Awards in Bournemouth.
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ArticleSpar plots Czech Republic format change
Austria-based retailer is to focus its attention on opening smaller supermarkets in the country
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Article'Aldi effect' returns to UK
New data shows that leading discounters have enjoyed strong sales growth in the UK through the past three months
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ArticleNew phone app aids ethical shopping
A new iPhone app has been launched in the UK to assist consumers who wish to shop in an ethical fashion
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ArticleBelgian pears arrive in China
Belgian pears have arrived in Chinese supermarkets for the first time after three and a half years of negotiations between the two countries
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ArticleBanana shortage opens Australian opportunities
Australian banana shortages caused by Tropical Cyclone Yasi could open the market for Philippine exporters
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ArticleIngles Markets enjoys strong Q1
Net sales and profit growth are recorded by the US grocery retailer
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ArticleMorrisons retail director to retire
One of Morrisons’ longest-serving directors is to step down next year after 25 years with the company.
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ArticleFrench apples face UK challenge
Increasing competition and unfavourable currency fluctuations have made life tough for French apple exporters to the UK
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ArticleMigros strengthens Bio Suisse deal
Retail company agrees to continue partnership with Switzerland's largest organic fruit and vegetable producer association
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ArticleBNQ to certify CanadaGAP participants
Additional certification body will help Canadian producers meet the demands of buyers and retailers who require supplier compliance with the national food safety system
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ArticleASA rules against Asda over ads
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has ruled that Asda adverts promoting price competition against other supermarkets must be changed.