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Consolidation: an emerging theme in US retail?
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12 January 2012 |
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Last month, grocery retailers Bi-Lo and Winn-Dixie announced plans to merge and create the 9th largest chain in the USA. With market conditions remaining challenging, Stewart Samuel examines whether this recent deal will be the impetus for a further-round of merger and acquisition activity in the market.
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Channel opportunities in a tough trading environment
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22 December 2011 |
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| As 2011 draws to a close, attention inevitably turns towards the prospects for the year ahead. Nick Gladding focuses on three of the most dynamic channels: online, discount and convenience, and looks at how they will develop in 2012. |
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The top ten trends for 2012
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14 December 2011 |
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| It’s that time of year again – Christmas is nearly upon us, temperatures are falling and slowly, it’s time to think about what lies beyond this year’s targets. Not to worry, our experts are here to help and have identified ten trends that your business needs to be aware of in the next 12 months. |
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