more discounter news & analysis – Page 151
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Analysis and Features
B&M Bargains proves IPO market is still open for some
The IPO window was supposed to be slamming shut, but it seems no one told B&M Bargains.
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News
Aldi claims Grocer of the Year award for second year in a row
Aldi took home the Grocer of the Year award for the second year running at the 2014 Grocer Gold Awards last night.
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News
Japan targets UK retailers with 'authentic' Japanese Wagyu
As UK retailers look to boost their premium meat credentials by selling Wagyu beef, Japanese meat producers are keen to reclaim the market for themselves by importing “authentic” Wagyu from Japan to the UK for the first time.
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Comment and Opinion
Wagyu beef: another triumph for Aldi's charm offensive
Aldi’s crowning achievement is persuading the middle classes it is the last word in über-chic Primani-style grocery…
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News
Aldi embraces sustainable design for Goldthorpe DC
Aldi has embraced a sustainable build for its new distribution centre in Goldthorpe.
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News
Farmfoods blames high energy costs as profits fall 42%
Frozen foods discounter Farmfoods has reported a 42.4% fall in pre-tax profits to £15.8m for the 52 weeks ending 28 December 2013.
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News
Aldi to sell premium Wagyu beef steaks from New Zealand
Aldi is launching a selection of Wagyu beef steaks next week as it expands its range of premium meat.
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Analysis and Features
Rowan revs up discounter wholesaling with Revlon
Selling clearance stock to discounters has served Rowan well but now it’s eyeing exclusive strategic partnerships…
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News
Disney's Frozen to feature as new Poundland toiletries range
Licensed products specialist H&A is bringing Disney’s Frozen – the biggest animated movie in history – to the toiletries m…
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Comment and Opinion
The Rise of Discount Supermarkets: unsettling for the big four
If you want to unsettle a supermarket CEO, mention the discounters…
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News
Investors hit by IPO 'indigestion'
Companies hoping to tap the early year thirst for retail flotations have been warned investors are losing their appetite…
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News
Sunil Kumar exits 99p Stores to join One Stop franchise team
One Stop has appointed Sunil Kumar as business development manager to grow the c-store chain’s franchise business…
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News
B&M Bargains targets 350 stores in Germany
B&M Bargains chief executive Simon Arora believes there is potential to open more than 350 stores in Germany…
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Comment and Opinion
Asda blasted for alcohol hypocrisy by Steve Parfett
Comments on the independent sector by Paul Kelly of Asda at a Westminster forum are breathtaking in their arrogance…
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News
Poundworld store faces food sale ban at Blackburn retail park
The big four often encounter planning issues out of town, but in Blackburn it’s a new Poundworld facing a headache…
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Analysis and Features
Own label's Finest hour as retailers raise their game
Quality, innovation and value proved a winning combination…
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News
Aldi seeks 5,550 staff as it opens training academy
Aldi is to hire up to 5,550 workers this year in order to keep up with rapid growth.
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News
B&M Bargains gears up for IPO as it eyes European expansion
B&M Bargains has today confirmed its intention to proceed with an IPO as it aims to become the “Dollar General of Europe”.
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News
Poundland to develop click & collect service for online offer
Poundland’s transactional website will eventually offer click & collect, chief executive Jim McCarthy has revealed…
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