Kantar
This coverage highlights Kantar’s research, data, and analysis relevant to the UK retail industry, offering insights into consumer behaviour, market trends, and sector performance. Reporting features survey findings, market share updates, commentary on retail dynamics, and forecasts — supporting retail professionals with actionable intelligence for strategic planning and decision-making.
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Aug- 2024 -12 AugustSupermarkets
Asda chair ‘embarrassed’ by recent performance
Asda chair Lord Rose has stated that he is “embarrassed” by the supermarket’s performance and indicated it could be time for co-owner Mohsin Issa to step back his involvement. Last week, the supermarket saw its like-for-like sales drop 5.3% in Q2 while its market share fell to 12.7%, it was…
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Jul- 2024 -29 JulyOnline & Digital
Ocado boss plans to retain stake in M&S JV
Time Steiner, Ocado CEO, has reportedly announced that the group plans to retain its stake in Ocado Retail, its joint venture with Marks and Spencer (M&S), according to the Financial Times. In an interview with the FT Steiner said: “I don’t want to sell the other half right now, so…
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Jun- 2024 -18 JuneSupermarkets
Supermarket sales slow in May as wet weather dampens visits
Take-home grocery sales rose by just 1.0% over the four weeks to 9 June 2024, marking the slowest increase since June 2022 as poor weather and falling inflation impacted the sector, according to the latest data from Kantar. Growth in footfall has also stalled, with the average shopper visiting a…
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Apr- 2024 -23 AprilSupermarkets
Supermarket sales jump 3.3% as inflation continues to fall
Overall take-home grocery sales rose by 3.3% over the four weeks to 14 April as grocery price inflation also continued to fall to 3.2%, according to the latest data from Kantar. Kantar said the decline has been aided by a significant increase in promotional spending, with items bought on offer…
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16 AprilClothing & Shoes
Primark lowers prices on hundreds of kidswear items
Primark is lowering prices on hundreds of its essential kids clothing and accessories as the retailer reaffirms its commitment to keeping prices low on kidswear. The move applies to the price points of selected summer essentials and aims to help families make their money go further as they start planning…
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16 AprilSupermarkets
George at Asda outperforms market amid strong fashion sales
George at Asda has welcomed “soaring” online growth and in-store fashion sales over the sector’s latest six month-period, as the retailer said it “significantly” outperformed the market. Womens, mens, kids and schoolwear all performed ahead of the market in both sales value and volumes, according to Kantar data over the…
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Feb- 2024 -27 FebruarySupermarkets
Grocery sales jump 5% as food price inflation falls
Total grocery sales increased 5.1% to £35.3bn for the four weeks to 18 February 2024, as grocery price inflation fell 5.3%, marking the lowest rate since March 2022, according to the marketing data and analytics company Kantar. February also saw a return to indulgence for some consumers as dry January…
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23 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Zara owner expands budget brand Lefties in bid to rival Shein
Zara owner Inditex is reportedly expanding its low-priced, Gen Z-focused brand Lefties in a bid to be competitive against fast fashion rivals such as Shein. According to Reuters, the company is “quietly growing” its budget ranges as part of this strategy, including the expansion of Lefties, which sells €17.99 (£15)…
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20 FebruarySupermarkets
Moody’s ‘cautiously optimistic’ over Iceland’s future despite weak results
Moody’s has said it is “cautiously optimistic” over Iceland Foods’ financial future and prospects of tackling its bond debt, despite the group reporting “weaker” than expected results. According to The Grocer, Moody’s statement, which covers results published to bond holders by Iceland VLNCo, gave an insight into the company’s leverage…
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Jan- 2024 -15 JanuaryFeatures
Which supermarkets performed the best over Christmas?
According to data from Kantar, Britons made 488 million trips to the supermarkets over the Christmas period, marked out as the four weeks ended 24 December. That number is 12 million more than last year and the largest Christmas period since 2019. This was mildly surprising in a year that…
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