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Grocers should ready themselves for growing demand for refill stations

Low uptake and complex logistics have hindered grocers’ expansion of refill stations, but finding a way to make these services…
As ‘underconsumption core’ is trending, what can retailers do about a rejection of consumerism?

Many young consumers are now rejecting the push from influencers and marketers to unconsciously overconsume. ‘Underconsumption core’, ‘deinfluencing’, and ‘normal…
How can UK grocers succeed in the rapid-delivery market?

The UK’s rapid-delivery market is reaching a period of maturity. After in-store shopping surged post-pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis set…
EU’s smoky flavour ban puts health before taste preferences

On 3 June 2024, it was announced that the European Union had decided to ban eight smoke flavourings used in…
Ethical sourcing claims must be supported by competent audits

On 28 May 2024, the BBC revealed that child labour was involved in the supply chains of perfume brands owned…

What should retailers expect from a Starmer government?

With a UK general election near enough certain to occur this year and the country's Labour Party the overwhelming favourite…
AO must focus on delivery, range and awareness to gain younger consumers

White goods supplier AO has a problem with young consumers. GlobalData’s 2023 How Britain Shops survey found that just 11.0%…
Black Friday 2023 fails to turn the tide for lacklustre online sales

Black Friday is a predominantly online affair, and for non-food retailers suffering amid the cost-of-living crisis, this promotional event will…
Grocers must promote value and convenience of online delivery this Christmas

At Christmas 2023 it will be crucial for grocers to showcase their online capabilities by promoting the convenience of the…
Early Christmas purchases lag as financial concerns delay spending

The golden quarter is crucial to retailers’ success. But with consumers reporting a delay in the onset of their Christmas…