All articles by Alec Mattinson – Page 214
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NewsMcColl's bosses scoop share awards but miss out on annual bonus
Executives at newsagent chain McColl’s received a £5.3m share-related bonus last year after the company’s IPO on the London Stock Exchange, but missed out on a profit-based annual bonus.
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NewsFrieslandCampina predicts 2015 dairy growth despite end of EU milk quota
Global dairy firm FrieslandCampina has warned that the disappearance of the EU milk quota could lead to more volatility in the dairy market, but remains upbeat about 2015 prospects.
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NewsMr Shericks Shakes seeks £250k of crowdfunding to grow brand
The adult-orientated milkshake brand created by ex M&S buyer Andrew Sherick is seeking £250m of crowdfunded investment to grow its brand and range of products.
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NewsAurivo acquires sports nutrition brand For Goodness Shakes
The company behind UK-based sports drinks brand For Goodness Shakes has been acquired by Irish agri-business Aurivo.
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NewsMorrisons store estate value in £1.3bn writedown
The cut in the value of its store estate is down to the reduced price that Morrisons could raise if it sold its property assets
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NewsMedia bites 13 March: Morrisons, Waitrose, BHS
Not unexpectedly, Morrisons’ near £800m loss yesterday gets plenty of coverage with most of the focus on the £1.3bn property write-down and the closing of 23 convenience stores.
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NewsCity snapshot: Waitrose's weekly sales tick up after annual profit fall
There was some cheer for Waitrose bosses this morning as its weekly sales ticked up slightly after their recent flatlining
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NewsSir Philip Green agrees to sell off BHS
The Arcadia boss is selling BHS to the investment firm after 15 years of ownership
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NewsMedia Bites 12 March: Christine Tacon, plain packaging, Google Shop
The papers tackle the plain tobacco packaging furore this morning, alongside news about the strong pound and Google’s high street presence
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NewsCity Snapshot: Morrisons posts £792m loss, shares slip
The scale of the task facing new Morrisons CEO David Potts when he sits at his desk for the first time on Monday was laid bare this morning
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NewsPartner in Pet Food to stay independent despite Advent sale
Partner in Pet Food hopes to remain independent despite PE owner Advent hoisting the for sale sign…
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Analysis & FeaturesWaitrose profits face a price war pummelling
Waitrose annual results next week are expected to show the supermarket is increasingly being dragged down into the price war
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NewsMedia bites: FTSE 100, Lidl, Seabrooks, Carrefour
The FTSE 100 setting another record high yesterday is well covered by the papers today, but HSBC has warned that the good times may not last
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NewsCity snapshot: Waitrose continues to find 2015 hard going
Waitrose is continuing to find trading tough in 2015, with headline sales rising by just 0.3% in the week to 28 February. Plus, the FTSE 100 hits a record high, investors back Nicholls and all the latest news from the City.
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NewsProfits and revenues up at Carrefour as European trading stabilises
French retail giant 2014 Carrefour has posted a 3.9% rise in full-year sales as conditions improve in its home market and trading has ”stabalised” across Europe.
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Analysis & FeaturesDolcia Prima: will sugar substitute save Tate & Lyle's skin?
Dolcia Prima could provide “huge rewards” but it’s a long way off making an impact in UK…
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NewsRefresco Gerber opts for Dutch listing over private equity buyout
Dutch drinks bottle Refresco Gerber has announced its intention to float on the Amsterdam stock exchange, potentially dashing the hopes of a number of private equity suitors.
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NewsFourth quarter revenues up at 2015 IPO contender Moy Park
Irish poultry producer Moy Park saw revenues increase by 3.4% for the 13 weeks ended 27 December 2014
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NewsThorntons profits hit by major supply reductions
Chocolatier Thorntons has reported a 10% fall in first half profits due to an “unanticipated” plunge in sales to two major grocers
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NewsMedia bites 2 March: Unilever, Warren Buffett, Morrisons
Investors call on Unilever should sell its underperforming Flora margarines business and buy more personal care companies