All Retail articles – Page 646
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ArticleTesco bid comes under fire
The food retailing community has reacted swiftly to the announcement of Tesco’s £53.7 million cash bid for Adminstore, calling for a full Office of Fair Trading (OFT) competition enquiry.
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ArticleTesco to expand convenience network with acquisition
Tesco is to take an even bigger share of the UK’s fast-growing local store market by buying family-owned convenience store chain Adminstore.
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BRC says no to local tax proposal
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has voiced concerns over claims by government minister Nick Raynsford that business rates should be re-localised.
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ArticleM&S earns accreditation
Retailer Marks & Spencer has won professional-body accreditation for a training programme.
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ArticleSunny performance from Somerfield
First-half figures show an encouraging upturn in sales at Somerfield.
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ArticleMorrisons lays Safeway foundations
The final two remaining directors of the Safeway board have stepped down as Morrisons lays the last groundstones for its £3 billion takeover.
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Spar rules out bid for rival
Spar has attacked the Londis senior management team, as it ruled itself out of the auction for the rival convenience group.
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ArticleTesco had a happy Christmas
Tesco's Christmas and New Year trading statement announces a 16.7 per cent group sales increase.
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BRC reports disappointing Christmas
Retail sales fell for the first time in nine months in December, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC).
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ArticleStore disruption hits Sainsbury's
Supermarket group Sainsbury's has reported weaker than expected third quarter sales.
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ArticleSupermarket price war predicted
The expected takeover of Safeway by Morrisons will trigger a new price war, according to retail analyst Verdict.
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LOC conference reveals marketing focus
The Leading the Ornamental Challenge (LOC) conference aims to assist growers to focus on their marketing strategies and address other key issues.
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ArticleM & S launches new 5-a-day labels
Marks & Spencer has launched an on-pack leaflet explaining how customers can increase the amount of fruit and vegetables they consume daily.
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Iceland managing director confirms departure
Iceland's managing director Mike Coupe has announced he is to leave the frozen food group.
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Morrisons reports record Christmas sales
Morrisons has reported record sales over the Christmas period.
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ArticleRetailers happy at Christmas
Supermarkets are reporting strong Christmas trading across most fresh produce lines.
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ArticleTesco announces £70 million price cuts
Tesco has announced a £70 million package of price cuts, slasing the price of more than 600 products.
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ArticleMorrisons looks to seal Safeway bid
Morrisons plans to seek court approval next week, as it bids for a fast-track completion of its £3billion bid for Safeway.
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ArticleRetail sales recovery
Retail sales growth gained momentum in December after a slow start in November, the Confederation of British Industry has reported.
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BFG increases pressure on Londis
The Big Food Group (BFG) is increasing the pressure on Londis shareholders to consent to a takeover.