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John Lewis brings forward the Christmas countdown as shoppers get festive early
Christmas has arrived early at John Lewis, with the retailer opening its festive shop 93 days before the big day as shoppers begin preparing for the season. The department store has opened its Christmas...
Red Bull has disappeared from Kroger’s stores
When the Supermarket Decides the Brand Is Too Expensive The numbers do not work, even a brand with wings can lose its place on the shelf. Red Bull has disappeared from Kroger’s stores and...
Private Label Moves Towards Half of European Supermarket Sales
Private-label products are continuing to reshape European supermarkets, with shoppers increasingly choosing retailers’ own brands as they look for better value without necessarily sacrificing quality. Spain is among the strongest markets for private label,...
Tesco and Waitrose issue urgent ‘do not eat’ warnings
Tesco and Waitrose have recalled products over fears that allergens are missing from their labels. Tesco’s Finest Caesar & Smoked Bacon Coleslaw (270g) may contain mustard that is not declared on the packaging. The...
Walmart, Aldi and Kroger Drawn Into Washington’s Beef Price Investigation
America’s supermarket industry is facing an unusually close examination from Washington as the US Department of Justice expands its investigation into the rising cost of beef from the meatpacking industry to some of the...
Waitrose launches supermarket-first premium wellbeing bays as shoppers embrace the ‘September reset’
Dedicated bays have launched across 52 shops as wellness products move into the weekly grocery shop Waitrose.com searches for collagen have risen 170%, creatine 160% and electrolytes 150% over the past year Nine new...
The Surprise in iPhone 18: Apple Is About to Change the iPhone Launch Forever
Apple’s next iPhone launch could be far more significant than another annual upgrade. The real surprise surrounding the iPhone 18 is not simply a faster processor, a better camera or a new colour. Apple...
Nearly 25,000 Pounds of Frozen Buffalo Chicken Recalled in the US
Nearly 24,900 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products have been recalled in the United States after being produced without the required federal inspection, raising concerns over food safety and product traceability. The recall involves...
John Lewis Opens Its Christmas Shop Early as Festive Searches Soar
John Lewis has officially opened its online Christmas shop, giving shoppers an early start to the festive season with 119 sleeps remaining until Christmas Day. The launch follows a significant increase in early Christmas...
Löfbergs Appoints First Female CEO
Swedish coffee company Löfbergs has appointed Anneli Ellsäter as its new Group CEO, making her the first woman to lead the company in its 120-year history. She will take up the position on 1...