Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The supply chain crisis means an out-of-stock crisis for grocers, and empty shelves means unhappy and disloyal customers. To operate profitably and satisfy customers, grocers will optimize their assortments with far fewer, but more reliable and affordable products. . In 2022, grocers will need to become digital-first.

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Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

John Lewis losses before tax narrowed in its half year but chair Dame Sharon White’s plan has been pushed back two years due to “inflationary pressures” Losses before tax and exceptional items were £57.3m, a 14% improvement on last year. Its investment in price had driven sales at the upmarket grocer.

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Mass Relators

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

SOLON, OHIO – As ECRM celebrates its 30th Anniversary next year, it will be returning to its roots hosting a full roster of in-person Sessions across categories within food and beverage, health and beauty care, general merchandise and pharmacy/medical markets.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 12, 2023

still plan to cook more at home. Food retailers must also have the right financial planning in place to withstand the economic turbulence in the long run and make sure they remain agile regardless of wider market trends. Innovating the in-store experience can give stores a great return on investment. Transform shopping in-store.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The retailer plans to build 10,000 homes over the next decade is part of chair Sharon White’s plan to generate 40% of the business’ profits from outside retail by 2030. John Lewis’ property venture has been met with criticism over fears it could impact the Partnership’s return to profitability.

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Retail Gazette

APRIL 19, 2024

Subscribe to Retail Gazette for free Sign up here to g et the latest news straight into your inbox each morning Zuber Issa began talks about selling his stake in Asda in Febraury, and earlier this month, it was reported he was planning to step back as co-chief executive officer of EG Group. holding and TDR will own the rest.

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Retail Gazette

APRIL 25, 2024

Nectar Prices “Nectar has delivered ahead of our plan this year,” said the supermarket. During 2023/24 alone, the grocer invested £220m in lowering the prices of the products bought by shoppers most often. “We’re determined…to become the first choice for food.”

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The supermarket boss claimed major grocers like Sainsbury’s had returned to popularity as customers seek to buy all their groceries in one place, instead of searching around multiple shops for bargains. While the supermarket’s share of the grocery market rose to 15.6% to 9.6%, according to Kantar.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 21, 2022

Ocado, the online grocer and technology group, plans to raise $702.4 million through the sale of new shares.

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Retail Gazette

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Blackhurst returns to Morrisons from 18 March, having previously worked for the grocer between 2015 to 2019 primarily as group commercial director. ” Morrisons said its senior team changes reflect some of its key areas of focus, as it plans to “refresh and re-invigorate” the business.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Poundland has yet to agree a deal with landlords on over 15 ex-Wilko stores that it planned to reopen under its own brand. It has opened 56 of the former outlets so far, but has not secured an agreement for over 15 due to landlords not engaging to aerated concrete in the buildings, The Grocer reported.

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365 Retail

MAY 17, 2024

This collaboration aims to enhance store operations, boost efficiency for employees, and provide superior service to customers, ultimately delivering stronger returns for shareholders under Sainsbury’s Save and invest to win programme. J Sainsbury plc and Microsoft Corp.

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Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Online discount grocer Motatos has shut down its store in the UK just one year after launching in June 2022 due to what it described as ‘tough’ market conditions. It also insisted it had no immediate plans to return to the UK. Click here to sign up to Retail Gazette‘s free daily email newsletter

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Inside Retail

MARCH 8, 2024

Whole Foods plans to expand this model to additional locations in New York City, before eventually expanding it to other metropolitan cities across the country. However, the project was dropped after three years and twelve store openings due to a low return on investment.

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Retail Gazette

OCTOBER 5, 2023

On top of that, she has faced fierce criticism around her turnaround plan, which includes a focus on non-retail activities such as house building. Mark Price With John Lewis in peril, could we see Lord Mark Price return to the Partnership? His deep grocery experience could be vital in getting Waitrose back on form. Sound familiar?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 13, 2021

Typically we could count on this data to guide us as we plan for the next holiday season. That uncertainty will cause some challenges for retailers as they look to demand planning. location data (how are options like BOPIS holding up at each individual location as life begins returning to normal?) Location, Location, Location.

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Mass Relators

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

To compete with the growth of internet retailers, brick-and-mortar grocers should embrace omnichannel retailing. There are already reports of food manufacturers planning to increase prices to offset their higher costs. In conclusion, the pandemic will end eventually, but we will likely not fully return to how things were before 2020.

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Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

in its third quarter as the online grocer returned to volume growth last month after the launch of its big price cut campaign. “We are delivering on this plan and have great momentum in the business.” Ocado sales jumped 7.2%

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365 Retail

MAY 22, 2024

The company plans to further invest in its digital infrastructure and explore new market opportunities. This marks a return to dividend payments after a suspension due to the pandemic, signalling a positive outlook for shareholders. We have a clear plan, a clear vision for the future, and there is so much opportunity ahead of us.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 5, 2022

For their part, merchants are drawn to third-party (non-bank) digital wallets for the chance to avoid dreaded “swipe fees” — the fee that retailers pay to card-issuing banks when shoppers use cards, which by the way both Visa and Mastercard are reportedly planning to raise this year. What does that do for them?

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Retail Gazette

MAY 22, 2024

In contrast to grocers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Co-op, Machin also insists it will not introduce member pricing for its Sparks loyalty scheme as he believes it puts its reputation as a “trusted retailer” at risk.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The Range has since started opening Wilko stores and owner Chris Dawson told Retail Gazette earlier this month that he plans to open 40 more next year. Although White has had some successes, such as the launch of John Lewis value range Anyday, some elements of her plan such as its foray into housing has been met with criticism.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Now this shopper has either moved online or wants some reassurance that returning to the store is safe. Grocers, like Morrisons in the UK, used Amazon Connect to immediately respond to the challenges of the pandemic. As their customers evolve, it is imperative that retailers keep pace.

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365 Retail

JULY 24, 2023

Having added several new major clients in 2022, including US health food grocer Sprouts, Retail Insight now works with more than 30 of the world’s leading grocers, supermarket brands and CPGs in over 20 markets.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The pandemic has been a challenging time for shopping centers, and even as vaccination rates climb and shoppers return to old habits, retailers are finding that many of their shopping preferences have permanently shifted. I think what’s going to be interesting is, how do we rebound in 2022?”

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Retail Gazette

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It plans to invest in around 180 of its highest potential supermarkets to stock the full food range over the next three years “in a really focussed way” Roberts says: “Historically we have perhaps erred too far on the side of caution in terms of the cost of that change.

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Inside Retail

JULY 11, 2023

Coles has officially entered Malaysia, where it is poised to offer more than 200 products through an exclusive collaboration with Malaysian supermarket chain Jaya Grocer. The deal will allow Jaya Grocer to offer over 1000 products from Australian brands through its 43 stores and via GrabMart delivery nationwide.

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A1 Retail

AUGUST 24, 2022

of purchases as consumers continue to return to the high street. When broken down into sectors, fashion retailers and grocers experienced the highest levels of growth at 63.8% of gift cards sales as people return to their favourite shopping destinations. respectively.

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Independent Retailer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

MerchLogix , a leading provider of space planning and merchandise operations software, and DM Buck Advisory, a research and financial consultancy, today published a research report, Retailers and Shoppers Turn Attention (and Investments) to Stores: A Financial Analysis. Inventory efficiency using gross margin return on investment or GMROI.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The district is vying to return to its former glory with many vacancies and downmarket tenants blighting the famous shopping street. The store also now contributes to the grocer’s target of becoming water-neutral by 2040, with low-pressure bathroom taps and rainwater harvesting, setting the standard for future Sainsbury’s superstores.

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Inside Retail

JULY 19, 2022

The Raffles team plans to complete the mall rejuvenation program by the end of the year, with the plan to execute more unique, experiential events and activities to engage shoppers. The space will feature a grocer and in-store bakery. This program will cover around 111,000 sq ft of retail space across levels one to three.

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A1 Retail

MAY 16, 2022

Plans to open a further 30 stores, will create 500 roles across central Scotland, over the next five years. The launch of Eddy’s Food Station marks Stephen’s return to retail following his role as Chairman of Dundee United Football Club from 2008 to 2018. The retail industry is an industry I know and love.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Murphy admits that CBD restaurants felt the brunt of lockdowns, as office workers returned to the suburbs to work from home, but said it was good news for regional areas. “We And while rival UberEats moves into package delivery, Menulog plans to stay focused on food retail. “We’re CBDs hit hard, but country towns thrive.

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Rangeme

JANUARY 11, 2022

Around the world, back-to-the-office plans remain in flux due to the rapid rise of the Omicron variant. Leading American businesses across sectors, including retail, have put their return to the office on indefinite hold. Businesses big and small slam the brakes on back-to-the-office plans amid rapid Omicron spread. Retail Brew.

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Mass Relators

APRIL 17, 2023

Today, some believe we will return to lower inflation soon, but with political skepticism impeding the ability to develop cohesive, long-term government policy to combat inflation, it is likely to remain for some time. Brands, as a result, need to leverage AI to become more efficient and personalized. An integrated solution is long overdue.

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Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Almost four years into D ame Sharon White’s five-year turnaround plan and not only has John Lewis Partnership unveiled another half of losses, it also revealed the plan will take another two years to complete. White says: “ The cost-of-living crunch means the plan will take longer. ” Is it the right plan?

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

We look forward to footfall in the malls returning to pre-pandemic levels, and are excited to welcome shoppers to Pavilion Bukit Jalil, which opens at the end of the year. Unique to this mall will be the planned Asian-themed precincts offering retail, food, arts and culture from Japan, Thailand, China, Korea and Malaysia.

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