Aldi
This coverage examines Aldi’s strategy, operations, and influence within the UK grocery and discount retail sector. Reporting highlights store expansion, pricing strategy, product innovation, supply chain developments, marketing campaigns, financial results, and leadership decisions. Focused on commercial performance and competitive positioning, it offers insights for professionals managing grocery, discount, and high-volume retail operations.
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Nov- 2023 -7 NovemberSupermarkets
Grocery price inflation hits single digits for first time this year
Grocery price inflation has fallen below 10% for the first time since July 2022 and now sits at 9.7% for the four weeks to 29 October 2023, according to the latest data from Kantar. It comes as take-home grocery sales over the same period rose by 7.4% compared with last…
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Oct- 2023 -31 OctoberNews
Sainsbury’s unveils personalised Nectar prices
Sainsbury’s has launched personalised lower prices for Nectar Card users on its website and in-store under its ‘Your Nectar Prices’ scheme. Until now, Nectar Prices have only been available to digital Nectar users when shopping in Sainsbury’s stores using SmartShop. The launch of Your Nectar Prices on the website means…
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27 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-27/10/23
Tesco has appointed Matthew Barnes as the new UK CEO, effective March 2024, succeeding Jason Tarry, who will step down after 33 years with the company. Barnes, with extensive experience at Aldi, previously served as UK&I CEO and co-head of Aldi Sud’s executive board. Under Tarry’s leadership, Tesco underwent a…
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27 OctoberSupermarkets
Tesco names Matthew Barnes as new UK CEO
Tesco has announced the appointment of Matthew Barnes as its new UK CEO effective from March 2024, following news that current CEO Jason Tarry will be stepping down after 33 years at the retailer. Barnes is a highly accomplished retailer, having worked in many senior positions in Aldi. He was…
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23 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-23/10/23
John Lewis is facing criticism from city planners over its affordable housing plans. Initially, the company aimed to make 20% of the housing in its Bromley development affordable. However, recent revelations indicate that only 10% of the flats will be designated as affordable. The Greater London Authority’s Planning Unit deems…
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23 OctoberPeople Moves
Asda appoints new VP of marketing
Asda has appointed Adam Zavalis as its new vice president of marketing. Zavalis joins the supermarket in November and will report to Asda’s chief customer officer David Hills, who joined Asda in September as part of its executive leadership team. As VP marketing, Zavali will lead Asda’s marketing team and…
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17 OctoberSupermarkets
Grocery sales stabilise helped by supermarket loyalty scheme discounts
Total Till sales at UK supermarkets experienced sustained growth (+9.1%) in the last four weeks ending 7 October 2023, according to new data released today by NIQ. This growth, although slightly down from +10.1% growth in the previous month, is in line with retail food inflation (+9.9%). Volume sales also…
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16 OctoberSupermarkets
Aldi to open 12 new stores before Christmas
Aldi has revealed that it plans to open 12 additional stores across the country before the end of the year. The supermarket, which opened its 1,000th UK store in Woking last month, will be opening one new store a week between now and the end of the year. New stores…
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13 OctoberAnalysis
Major retailers are hiring for Xmas – but is that right for you?
As the festive season approaches, shoppers in the UK are gearing up for Christmas spending, while retailers are preparing themselves to get rushed by mad crowds. A number of high-profile retailers – including Tesco, Sainsbury, Majestic Wines and Aldi – have already announced that they are looking to hire many…
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10 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-10/10/23
Grocery price inflation has fallen for the seventh consecutive month, reaching 11% for the four weeks ending on October 1, 2023. This is the lowest rate since July 2022, based on data from Kantar. During this period, take-home grocery sales increased by 9.1% compared to the previous year, likely influenced…
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