Retail archive – Page 479
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ArticleTesco to expand in China
The UK retail giant is set to open multiple hypermarkets in China through a series of joint ventures to develop shopping malls
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Restaurant pricing defies crisis
The cost of ordering a three-course meal in the UK's pubs, restaurants and hotels has gone up over the past year despite recessionary pressure on eating out, according to a new study.
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Ginger costs escalate in shortage crisis
The ginger trade has been plunged into crisis ahead of its busy festive season, with some forecasting cost increases of up to 400 per cent over the next 18 months.
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ArticleSlower sales growth for Russia's Magnit
The retailer saw net sales rise during October, albeit at a slower rate than previous months of the year
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ArticleWal-Mart posts higher Q3 earnings
World's largest retailer reports on a quarter that saw net sales increase and diluted earnings grow to US$0.84 per share
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ArticleTesco increases UK market share
The country's largest retailer has grown its market share for the first time in nearly two years, according to TNS data
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ArticleSpinneys underlines quality importance
Delegates at the Eurofruit Congress Middle East heard Spinneys CEO Jannie Holtzhausen discuss the retailer's success in the region
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ArticleSainsbury’s records ‘strong performance’
UK-based retailer sees profit rise in its half-year results, thanks to strong sales growth in its store network
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ArticleBig Apple promo to boost sales
Stemilt’s new ‘Big Apple’ promotion has been designed to boost sales of jumbo apples during the holiday season
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ArticleYearly profits slip at Asda
The group has reported a slight fall in profits for full-year 2008, while denying claims that it has been sold by Wal-Mart
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ArticleBolland questions local policies
The chief executive of Morrisons has said the “local” argument can be taken too far and that the supermarket giant will only source locally where appropriate.
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ArticleCarrefour appeals Indonesian ruling
The retailer has said that it will ask the District Court to cancel a ruling that said it had violated anti-monopoly laws
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ArticleChiquita to open new Fruit Bars
Roll-out of new fresh produce retail franchise concept to be continued following successful launch in northern Europe
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ArticleUK retailers set for flat December
A new study by Deloitte has forecast a stable Christmas period for retailers, with lower sales expected in 2010
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ArticleEsselunga named Retailer of the Year
Italian company takes the plaudits at ceremony in Turin following year in which its business is set to expand by around 8 per cent
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Continued profit growth for Delhaize
The group has followed up its strong second quarter with a profitable third quarter of the year
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ArticlePublix to showcase local produce
A new line of fresh produce grown in Miami-Dade County will go on sale at the retailer’s Florida outlets this month
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ArticleCarrefour steps up Spanish price war
Retail operator publishes rivals' prices in two Madrid hypermarkets as rush to save shoppers money intensifies
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ArticleUK push for Spanish persimon
UK retailers are taking more of an interest in the Spanish-grown exotic fruit, with in-store tastings planned to boost consumer awareness
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ArticleQ4 profit surge at Whole Foods
US organic retailer enjoys improved fourth quarter with year-on-year sales increasing and profit growth of US$27.2m