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6 days ago · Consumer confidence dropped marginally in the last quarter of 2024, according to the Deloitte consumer tracker. This is the first time since 2022 that confidence has stalled, …
Imperial Brands announces UK launch of Paramount
Nov 18, 2024 · The UK launch of Paramount follows the success of its debut in Germany, where it is currently the fastest-growing cigarette product since hitting the shelves.
News UK raises weekend Times prices but defers profit margin …
Jun 27, 2024 · In a letter to retailers from News UK, the publisher has confirmed that profit margins received by newsagents will not be increased until January 11, 2025, and then at a …
Retailers pay three times their fair share of business rates, says BRC
Oct 25, 2024 · That would take their bill up to £11bn, accounting for 44% of total rates. Helen Dickinson, chief executive of the British Retail Consortium, said: “Consumers want diverse and …
PG Tips gets a completely new look and blend - Talking Retail
Sep 19, 2023 · Lipton Teas and Infusions is giving PG Tips a completely new look and blend. The move comes as Lipton Teas and Infusions aims to put value back into the tea category …
Tesco reports £2.86bn sales increase with Booker up 5.4
Apr 10, 2024 · Revenue reached £68.19bn, not including VAT and fuel sales, an increase of £2.86bn from the same period a year before. UK & ROI like-for-like sales were up 7.3%, …
Tobacco firm launches budget smokes to satisfy demand for more …
May 16, 2022 · Benson & Hedges Blue is to sell a new rolling tobacco, while Mayfair will introduce a new ready-made cigarette, Mayfair Silver. The move to what the industry describes as “ultra …
Industry News - Talking Retail
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Exclusive pick n mix station package deal from Hancocks
Dec 10, 2024 · The deal includes the brand new Pick N Mix Station stand, 20 bags of Kingsway pick and mix sweets, plus all accessories. Hancocks said the Pick N Mix Station package deal …