Co-op
This coverage examines Co-op’s operations, strategy, and role within the UK retail and convenience sector. Reporting covers store performance, product ranges, sustainability initiatives, community programmes, financial results, and leadership decisions. Focused on commercial and operational impact, it offers insights for retail executives and managers engaged in grocery, convenience, and ethical retailing.
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Aug- 2019 -14 AugustSupermarkets
First Co-op franchise to open at Newcastle University campus
Co-op is to launch its first franchise in the North-East, after reaching an agreement with Newcastle University Student Union (NUSU). The agreement will see the existing student union store on campus extended and renovated in time for the new academic year. The 2,500 sq. ft. store will offer Co-op’s full…
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Jul- 2019 -17 JulyAdvice
Four key trends for the rest of the retail year
As retailers strive to find ways to innovate and attract customers back to the high street, we are seeing new trends emerge on the high street. Currently, a growing number of bricks-and-mortar stores investing in their behind the scenes framework and technology platforms in order to improve productivity, efficiency and…
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Jun- 2019 -17 JuneAdvice
Tailoring the consumer experience
Consumers are increasingly looking for more personal, community-orientated shopping experiences, with a recent IRI survey highlighting that over 50% of UK customers prefer to shop local. While 10 years ago this meant visiting the 7-11 corner shop, a high street butcher or your local fashion store, the revolution of retail…
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11 JuneSupermarkets
Sainsbury’s fails to get Equal Pay claims struck out
An employment tribunal has rejected Sainsbury’s argument that equal pay claims for store staff should be struck out. Following the judgment of the Birmingham Employment Tribunal, the claims worth thousands of pounds for each client, and millions in total, will continue to a hearing. Law firm Leigh Day is representing…
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May- 2019 -28 MaySupermarkets
Co-op launches £300m sustainability bond for Fairtrade commitments
Co-op has announced it has launched a new £300m sustainability bond in order to keep up with its Fairtrade commitments. According to Co-op the sustainability bond will be the first ever for a retailer, and will aim to give farmers a better deal for produce along with adding more Fairtrade…
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20 MayHigh Street
Co-op and Superdrug agree meal deal partnership
The Co-op has struck a “meal deal” with Superdrug which will see it supply the health and beauty chain with an extensive food-to-go range including sandwiches, salads and fruit. The trial will see Co-op become Superdrug’s food-to-go partner and initially supply its award winning own-brand products to seven branches located…
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Apr- 2019 -5 AprilSupermarkets
Co-op revenues jump 14% in 2018
Supermarket retailer Co-op has reported a 14% increase in total revenues to £10.2bn for the year ending 5 January 2019, driven by its acquisition of Nisa and strong performance from its food category. Like-for-like revenues continued to grow in food sales (+4.4%) and the Co-op said it has now “enjoyed…
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Mar- 2019 -14 MarchAnalysis
The click-and-collect phenomenon
The UK retail landscape is facing unprecedented pressures as British shopping habits continue to undergo a radical transformation. With consumers crying out for a more interactive, seamless and personalised experience in-store, it can be difficult for retailers to know how to keep footfall. Through merging the best of digital and…
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Feb- 2019 -18 FebruaryHigh Street
McColls profits halve due to ‘supply chain disruption’
Convenience retailer McColls profits before tax dropped from £18.4m to £7.9m in the 52 weeks to 25 November 2018, impacted by the administration of wholesaler Palmer and Harvey. The wholesaler worked with 90,000 retailers in the UK before it collapsed in November 2017 with debts of £65m. McColls’ total revenue…
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13 FebruarySupermarkets
Co-op to launch first franchise store scheme
The Co-op has announced plans to develop franchise stores, which will be the first time the 175-year-old supermarket has licensed its brand to independent retailers. This expansion programme aims to create a “significant number” of new Co-op branded stores under its franchise offering, on top of its recent announcement to…
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