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The GB market grew 12.2% in the 12 weeks to 24 January, according to latest results from Kantar. As restrictions once again increased, the online and convenience channels continued to benefit the most from changes in shopping habits. Increased restrictions drive up spend A combination of the festive season and the reintroduction of lockdown restrictions drove growth. With dining out no long...

Morrisons has announced plans for a major range reset, which will see it review more than 170 products during 2021, as reported by The Grocer.  Providing more value for money According to the report, Andy Atkinson, Morrisons’ group commercial director, told suppliers about the review at an online conference this week. The range review’s aim, which will start in the spring, is to make it sim...

In the 12 weeks to 27 December 2020 the grocery market grew +11.4%, the fastest rate since August 2020, according to Kantar. Growth was driven by Christmas spending and changing shopping habits due to increased restrictions. Here we look at the results in more detail, including an overview of performance in the online and discount channels. Record four weeks of sales With the closure of ...

In a trading update, Morrisons has reported continuing strong sales growth through in the run-up to Christmas and the New Year. Customer and brand metrics also improved, market share grew and online and wholesale channels developed rapidly. Accelerating sales growth In the 22 weeks to January 3 rd , total ex fuel sales increased by 8.7% and LFL sales by 8.1%, comprising a 7.2% contributio...

The UK government has introduced new rules for Christmas, with tighter restrictions in some areas of the country. We explore these, and the implications for the grocery sector. What has changed? A new tier has been introduced for London and much of the south-east The whole of Wales has entered another lockdown Scotland will enter a new lockdown from 26 December Where are the n...

A combination of shoppers planning earlier for Christmas, and a national lockdown in England, led to the grocery market's fastest rate of growth since August. The market grew 11.3% in the 12 weeks to 29 November, according to Kantar. We look at key retailers' sales growth, the latest online developments, and highlight format development from the Big Four in November.  Preparing for Christmas a...

Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Asda and Aldi have followed Tesco’s lead in deciding to repay business rates relief received from the UK government and devolved administrations during the pandemic. The moves follow criticism of food retailers taking advantage of the scheme while also being able to trade throughout the crisis. Repaying the tax breaks will make it easier for these retailers to pay dividend...

As excitement builds, despite a different feel to Christmas this year, we share three initiatives that focus on offering ease, value, and support to local communities during the season. Hassle-free Christmas food box Food boxes have become increasingly popular in 2020, providing shoppers with a one-stop solution for celebrating seasonal events at home. To appeal to customers on a plant-base...

Tesco, Sainsbury's and Lidl are the latest to launch their Christmas adverts, taking light-hearted approaches to bringing seasonal cheer to shoppers. Tesco Tesco takes a fun approach with its Christmas advert this year. Acknowledging how we've all done something that earns us a place on the naughty list (even Santa), in a year like no other, everyone deserves a treat this festive season. A ...

Morrisons has opened a third Market Kitchen fresh food takeaway concept at its Edgbaston supermarket in Birmingham. The launch follows the opening of Morrisons first standalone Market Kitchen store in Manchester in August. Market Kitchen is a unique concept providing shoppers with all day access to fresh and healthy chef- prepared takeaway meals. Staffed by a dedicated team recruited from food...