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Tesco Upgrades Profit Outlook Following Strong Christmas Trading

Tesco has raised its profit outlook for the second time in four months as it reported a rise in Christmas sales despite a tough comparative with 2020 when...

Supply Chain Snarls Clog U.S. Online Holiday Sales Growth

U.S. consumer spending on online shopping during the holiday season was weaker than expected, Adobe Analytics data showed, as supply chain issues caused pr...

Irish Grocery Sales Exceed €3bn In The Latest 12 Weeks: Kantar

Irish grocery sales amounted to €3.1 billion during the 12 weeks to 26 December 2021, according to the latest figures from Kantar.

Consumer Spending In Ireland Surges As Some Dip Into Savings

Irish credit and debit card spending was 8% higher year-on-year in December even as a surge in COVID-19 cases led to a curfew being imposed on the hospital...

Albert Heijn Introduces Christmas Menu From Top Chefs

Albert Heijn is offering a star-studded Christmas menu from top Dutch chefs in more than 30 cities this week.

US Candy Cane Makers Hit By Sugar Shortage, Twisted Supply Chain

Candy makers, like retailers and farmers, have been slammed during the pandemic with high commodity prices, labour shortages, and transportation and supply...