Sweet success for Haribo as UK sales hit record high thanks to new products July 2, 2024 The UK arm of gummy confectionery giant Haribo, which also makes Maoam chews, has achieved record sales for the second year in a row as a string of new seasonal product launches continued to tempt consumers.
Sainsbury’s shares slip as investors spooked by latest update July 2, 2024 Sainsbury's food sales have continued to grow with the supermarket gaining a boost from its one hour grocery delivery service and its Aldi price match scheme.
Shoe Zone shares plunge as firm issues profit warning July 2, 2024 Shoe Zone has lowered its profit forecast after it said weaker demand for its products plus the soaring cost of shipping had compounded an already challenging trading environment.
FTSE 100 today: London markets to open lower on weak Asian cues, focus on elections July 2, 2024 Asian markets mixed amid Trump re-election speculation, yen near 38-year low; Eyes on French election deadline and US Jolts.
Village Bakery: Price rises too late to save Tesco and Five Guys favourite from slipping further into the red July 1, 2024 Village Bakery, which supplies baked goods to retailers including Tesco, Aldi and Five Guys, said a recent string of price rises came too late to save it from slipping further into the red, according to newly-filed accounts.
Buzz Bingo hails ‘reset’ as chain posts best results since Covid-19 pandemic July 1, 2024 The company behind Buzz Bingo cut its pre-tax loss as its sales passed the £200m mark during its latest financial year, according to new figures.
How ‘tenniscore’ trend and Zendaya served up retail sales boost for Wimbledon July 1, 2024 Wimbledon has capitalised on one of this summer’s hottest trends, fuelled by celebrity fashion and Zendaya-starring movie Challengers.
Banks, homebuilders and retailers in focus as London markets brace for Labour election victory June 30, 2024 The UK general election is in focus this week as investors brace for a widely expected Labour landslide that could share price moves across the FTSE 100.
Boots chief steps down after owner shelves sale plans again June 30, 2024 The chief executive of Boots is stepping down after the high street pharmacy chain's US parent company once again shelved plans to sell the business.
Revenue drops for Musicmagpie as it struggles in the competitive second-hand market June 28, 2024 Musicmagpie has slashed costs to offset lower revenue.