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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Oct- 2023 -9 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-09/10/23
Frasers Group CEO Michael Murray has announced a significant shift away from the traditional department store model for House of Fraser. Murray aims to “rethink the space” by incorporating Frasers Group’s own brands and potentially phasing out the House of Fraser brand altogether. This transformation seeks to address previous issues,…
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9 OctoberSupermarkets
Aldi to recruit 3,000 roles ahead of Christmas
Aldi has revealed it is recruiting for 3,000 store roles ahead of the festive period. The supermarket is looking to hire for both temporary and permanent store positions to help replenish stock and provide further assistance to customers during the busy Christmas season. Roles available will include store assistants, managerial…
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6 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-06/10/23
Pandora has raised its revenue guidance for the year to DKK 34-36bn (£4.2-4.5bn) following a surge in store sales. As part of its Phoenix strategy, the company plans to increase investments to enhance revenue growth, brand desirability, and expand its store network. This includes positioning itself as an affordable luxury…
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6 OctoberNews
Sainsbury’s is priciest supermarket for a big shop, says Which?
Sainsbury’s is the priciest supermarket for a big shop if you don’t use a loyalty card, according to claims by Which? in its most recent analysis. The grocer overtook Waitrose for the first time in the monthly analysis, which has been running for years, becoming the most expensive supermarket to…
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Sep- 2023 -27 SeptemberNews
Sainsbury’s to launch Good food for all of us campaign in November
Sainsbury’s will launch a new campaign called “Good food for all of us” in November, promising to provide food for all customers, whatever their budget, tastes or dietary requirements. Research shows that 59% of people tend to cook the same dishes every week, while nine million adults experience food insecurity…
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26 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief-26/09/23
Frasers Group has unveiled a new Flannels store in Nottingham city centre, featuring luxury designer clothing and accessories. The 15,000 sq. ft store houses brands like Gucci, Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent, and Valentino. The opening is part of Frasers’ commitment to investing in retail and expanding its premium shopping destinations…
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26 SeptemberSupermarkets
Aldi to offer staff body cameras amid shoplifting rise
Aldi chief executive Giles Hurley has announced that the company will be offering staff body cameras in a bid to deter would-be shoplifters. Hurley confirmed that the plan was being trialled in a number of Aldi stores as the amount of shoplifting continues to rise. He also stated that body…
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25 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief- 25/09/23
H&M has reversed its earlier decision to impose a processing fee of £1.99 for in-store returns of online purchases. The initial announcement had been met with public outcry. Now, H&M’s website clarifies that there will be no return fee for parcels returned in-store. However, non-H&M members will still be subject…
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25 SeptemberSupermarkets
Aldi to invest £1.4bn in UK-wide expansion
Aldi has announced that it would increase its rate of investment in the UK in the next two-year period to more than £1.4bn, as annual sales increased by almost £2bn to £15.5bn in the year to December 2022. The discount retailer’s investment will include work to expand its distribution and…
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21 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief-21/09/23
Wilko’s administrators PwC are reportedly set to begin a review of dividend payouts totalling £77m to investors over the past decade. The review will focus on payouts to the Wilkinson family and other investors leading up to the retailer’s decline. Notably, despite posting losses of £39m, Wilko paid out a…
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