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Is Private Label Losing Its Momentum?

Recent research from Barclays has suggested that the share gains achieved by private label in Europe and the US are starting to slow.

Easter Food Spending Lifts UK Retail Sales By Most Since August

An early Easter boosted food spending in Britain last month, lifting retail sales by the most since August, but the broader picture remained subdued as wet...

5 Takeaways From Unilever's Decision To Spin Off Its Ice Cream Business

ESM examines five key takeaways from Unilever's announcement that it plans to spin-off its ice cream business.

UK Sales Growth Slows In February, Dampened By Rainy Weather, BRC Says

British consumer spending slid in February as bad weather kept shoppers at home, according to a survey that showed households remained cautious to spend in...

L'Oreal Reports 6.9% Increase In Fourth-Quarter Sales

French cosmetics company L'Oreal reported fourth quarter sales growth that fell short of market expectations, reflecting a disappointing performance in Asi...

Tesco To Sell Banking Operations To Barclays

Barclays will buy most of the banking operations of Britain's biggest supermarket group Tesco for about £600 million ($757 million).

Beiersdorf Proposes To Increase Dividend, Announces Share Buyback Programme

Skincare company Beiersdorf plans to increase dividend payment following positive performance by the business in recent years.

Cautious Consumers And Cold Weather Temper UK Retail Sales Growth

British retailers reported sluggish sales in January as shoppers remained cautious about spending, according to a survey which underscored how high in...