Retail archive – Page 597
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ArticleCostcutter: produce a 'hero' category
The fresh produce department is a significant growth area that must be seized by the convenience sector, Costcutter trading and marketing director Angela Barber, pictured, told freshinfo.
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ArticleMJ Morris offers convenience advice
The convenience sector needs more advice on how to handle fruit and vegetables, Leicestershire-based fresh produce wholesaler MJ Morris & Son Ltd said at the Convenience Retailing Show, at the Birmingham NEC, on Tuesday.
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ArticleMorrisons moves interest the City
Morrisons shares have reached record levels, as the supermarket chain prepares to release details of its new strategic plan on Thursday and the private-equity speculation bandwagon circles.
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ArticleWaitrose Faitrade promise off to a flying start
Sales of Fairtrade products at Waitrose doubled during the first week of Fairtrade Fortnight.
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ArticleNew trading director for Morrisons
Bradford-based supermarket chain Morrisons has appointed Martyn Jones as trading director.
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ArticleDouble boost for Waitrose
As its parent company unveiles an 11 per cent turnover increase, Waitrose has also been rated the UK’s favourite retailer.
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ArticleACS makes a stand
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) is to meet with members of the Competition Commission today in order to share evidence that it has submitted as part of the ongoing inquiry into the grocery market.
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Tesco refutes media claims
Tesco has spoken to freshinfo to refute claims that it has been misleading shoppers in its half-price Fruit & Veg Pledge.
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Luc’s luck runs out at Carrefour
Luc Vandevelde has resigned as Carrefour chairman amidst growing speculation of a takeover bid for the French retail giant.
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TNS - Grocery market enjoys boost
The growth in the grocery retail market received a boost in February, TNS data released today has revealed, with Asda continuing its strong performance.
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ArticleSavings windfall for Sainsbury's staff
More than 8,000 supermarket workers are among Sainsbury’s staff set to share in a £23 million payout after participating in its employee share ownership scheme.
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ArticleSimply Food to sample new format
Marks & Spencer is on the lookout for suitable sites to build supermarket-sized versions of its Simply Food banner.
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Offer deadline issued on JS
The Takeover Panel has set a deadline for the private equity consortium interested in J Sainsbury to make a bid.
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ArticleTesco scoops top retail prize
Tesco has been crowned the Consumers’ Favourite Retailer by TNS Worldpanel at the Retail Week awards ceremony.
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Londis announces retail sales boost
Londis, the largest symbol group in the UK, has announced retail sales figures are up to £1.2 billion for 2006, a four per cent increase on a like-for-like basis, according to the chain.
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ArticleOnline veg not up to scratch
UK consumers are dissatisfied with the quality of fruit and vegetables sold by some supermarkets online, a recent study has found.
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ArticleSainsbury's bidding war hots up
The private equity consortium at the forefront of the bidding war for supermarket chain J Sainsbury will decide whether to abandon a possible £11 billion offer or proffer a formal bid for the retailer within eight days.
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ArticleTesco embroiled in fresh produce row
Trading standards officers are said to be investigating Tesco, which is accused of misleading shoppers over a 'half-price' fresh produce promotion.
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Market advice site opens
Marketestalls, a popular shopping portal for homemade goods, have launched a new forum for buyers and growers who want more info about farmers markets.
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Store closure for Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market is closing its Fresh & Wild Notting Hill location on April 15, and will begin cutting back on deliveries two weeks prior to this date.