All Economy articles – Page 56
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NewsLiving wage increases to hit big four bottom line, warns Moody’s
George Osbourne’s hike of the minimum wage will hit food retailers the hardest with the Big Four UK grocers’ profits coming under particular pressure, according to a new report by Moody’s.
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NewsShoppers back national living wage but worry about higher prices
An overwhelming majority of consumers welcome the national living wage - but they are concerned food prices might rise as a result
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NewsIndian regulations to curb profit growth of European brewers
High barriers to entry into the lucrative Indian alcoholic beverage market are a boon to drinks giants Heineken, SABMiller, Diageo and Pernod Ricard, according to a new report from Moody’s.
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Comment & OpinionFood price deflation will ease at best
British food is grappling with deflation, which has been part of the trading scene for all of 2015
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NewsSupermarkets ramp up pressure on UK food sector
The number of UK food suppliers experiencing “significant” financial distress has risen by over 50%, according to research from professional services firm Begbies Traynor.
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Analysis & FeaturesOC&C Global 50: International expansion still holds key for struggling tobacco firms
Revenues and margins both fell for the globe’s biggest tobacco firms last year according to the OC&C Global 50, but an industry struggling with declining cigarette volumes is still looking to new markets to underpin future growth.
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NewsJuly deflation figures show the price war isn't over yet
Overall deflation at the big four grocers is deepening again, despite last month’s rising prices
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ProfilesUnilever's Paul Polman on the future of global fmcg
Unilever CEO Paul Polman gives his views on the challenges facing global fmcg gaints following the publication of the OC&C Global 50.
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NewsSunday Trading and living wage moves enrage indies
The Association of Convenience Stores has pledged to fight hard against the relaxation of Sunday Trading regulations…
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Analysis & FeaturesOC&C Global 50: the giant slowdown
The latest Global 50 rankings by OC&C reveals the biggest fmcg suppliers are struggling to grow both turnover and margins…
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NewsNew National Living Wage: what are the implications for grocery?
George Osborne announced plans for a new compulsory ‘national living wage’ today. Here’s our round-up of reactions from industry and employment experts.
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NewsSummer Budget 2015: The key points for grocery
George Osborne has today unveiled the first Tory-only budget since the general election
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NewsShop closures slow as economy turns the corner - Deloitte
Retail administrations have slowed dramatically in the first half of 2015 as the economy stabilises, according to research from Deloitte.
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Comment & OpinionWhat conclusions can the grocery industry draw from the unfolding Greece crisis?
Could the shockwaves of a country on the brink shake the UK’s fmcg industry?
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NewsRussian import ban renewal likely to hit dairy hardest
This week, Russia confirmed it would extend the ban on EU food imports for another year…
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Analysis & FeaturesGrocery spend fails to lift in brighter economic environment
In a more buoyant economy, shoppers are not spending their extra cash on grocery, and price savviness is now hard-wired
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NewsSupermarket woes to drag on to 2017, Moody's warns
Margins at the big four UK grocers are unlikely to recover for another 12 to 19 months as the price war continues to rage and like-for-like sales decline, ratings agency Moody’s has warned.
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NewsFamily incomes up 10%, Asda report claims
In April, the average UK household had £187 a week of discretionary income, giving them an extra £17 to spend compared to a year ago
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NewsRobust growth for grocers but challenges remain – CBI
Food retailers reported “robust” growth in sales volumes in the year to May, according to the CBI’s latest quarterly survey.