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UK Grocers Must Focus On Price Positioning To Remain Competitive: GlobalData

Grocers in the UK need to focus on price positioning to remain competitive, according to data and analytics firm GlobalData.

UK Confidence ‘Still Far From Strong’, But Positive Signs Emerge

Consumer confidence amongst the UK public is 'still far from strong', but there is 'some room for optimism', a new study by NIQ has found.

Naked Wines Trades 'In Line With Guidance' In First Half

Naked Wines has reported trading 'in line with guidance' in the first half of its financial year to 30 September 2024.

UK Shoppers Splurging At Christmas Ahead Of Tougher New Year, Analyst Suggests

Shoppers in the UK are splashing the cash this Christmas, ahead of what is likely to be a somewhat tougher new year, Danni Hewson, head of financial analys...

Britain's M&S Gains Momentum Ahead Of Christmas: NIQ

British retailer Marks & Spencer's food business has entered Christmas trading with momentum as industry data showed it to be the country's second fast...

Walgreens In Talks To Be Taken Private By Sycamore Partners: Source

Walgreens Boots Alliance is in talks to sell itself to private equity firm Sycamore Partners, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Is Cash Making A Comeback?

Cash and its usage has gone through its biggest test in recent years, and there are strong signs and data that suggest that it’s here to stay.

UK Grocery Sales Rise In Latest Four Weeks, As Shoppers Prepare For Christmas

Take-home grocery sales in the UK increased by 2.5% in the four weeks to 1 December 2024 as shoppers prepared for Christmas, according to the latest data f...