Trends & Topics
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Promotional FeatureHow to merchandise spicy snacks to capitalise on impulse
Spicy snacks are here to stay - but what’s driving this fiery trend? And how can convenience retailers boost consumer spend in the category?
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Promotional FeatureWhy the right basket choice really matters in convenience
Discover how to maximise the impact of baskets in convenience retail, to bolster operational efficiencies and boost sales.
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Promotional FeatureNo- and low-alcohol: drive sales and profits in beer's fastest growing segment
Convenience stores have a key opportunity to drive sales by expanding their no- and low-alcohol beer range, attracting a growing number of consumers seeking moderate drinking options. Here Asahi shares its category management advice to drive sales.
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Promotional FeatureWhy brand support is key to optimising retailers' soft drinks offering
Discover how to optimise your cola range and merchandising to maximise sales with exclusive advice from Britvic.
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Promotional FeatureHow price-marked packs are boosting profits in the biscuit category
PMPs drive shopper confidence and boost operational efficiencies. In this article, FBC UK shares insights to boost the benefits of PMPs in your store.
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Promotional FeatureSoft drinks: driving sales this winter
Convenience stores are perfectly placed to capitalise on seasonal opportunities in the soft drinks category. CCEP shares its category management advice to drive sales.
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Promotional FeatureYogurts: focus on health to drive sales growth
A shopper focus on health is driving strong growth in the yogurts category. Gut health is one of the biggest trends convenience retailers should be tapping into, says Biotiful.
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Promotional FeatureTackling the illicit tobacco trade in Wolverhampton
A roundtable discussion reveals how Wolverhampton retailers are seeing their businesses impacted by the illict tobacco trade, sometimes with violent consequences.
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Promotional FeatureRetailers have their say on the Generational Smoking Ban
With the Generational Smoking Ban still on course to come into effect under the new Labour Government, two convenience store retailers explain the problems it would present to them and the huge impact it would have on their businesses.
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Promotional FeatureHow to make the most of the instant consumption soft drinks boom
Retailers can unlock significant growth in soft drink sales by aligning their in-store offerings with the latest shopper trends, particularly in the booming on-the-go market. Britvic’s At Your Convenience platform provides valuable insights and resources to help retailers maximise these opportunities.
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Promotional FeatureScore with no & low alcohol
Leverage the growing no & low alcohol category and maximise sales this summer and during sporting occasions.
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Promotional FeatureWhy choice is key to maximising beer and cider sales during sporting occasions
Discover how you can meet your shoppers’ varying needs, and maximise sales opportunities, over this year’s summer of sport, by following these top tips.
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Promotional FeatureWhy boosting your core range is key to summer success
Soft drinks offer a valuable opportunity for retailers, particularly through engaging in-store promotions. Find out what a bit of creative marketing and bold displays can do for driving sales in your store.
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Promotional FeatureFuture trends and opportunities in energy drinks
The growth opportunities in the energy drinks market are many. From emphasising new flavours to in-store activations and price-marked packs. Learn more about key ways to attract and engage consumers.
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Promotional FeatureHow to merchandise your beer range this sporting season
With a massive summer of sport coming up, discover how you can maximise the opportunity in the beer and cider category, with top tips from Heineken UK
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Promotional FeatureCommunity impact: how brands are helping retailers give back
As an essential hub of the community, convenience store owners have an unparalleled understanding of the needs of their communities. Find out how big brands are working with them to bolster their community impact.
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Promotional FeatureHitting the sweet spot for year-round confectionery success
With appeal across families, confectionery is a category that should generate year-round success for retailers. Discover key tips to bring in new consumers to the category in your store and retain the loyalty of existing shoppers.
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Promotional FeatureWhy men’s grooming is taking off in 2024
With insight showing that there is rising interest in men’s grooming, Lynx marketing manager Josh Plimmer discusses how retailers can maximise personal care sales and explains the rationale behind the brand’s latest launch, Jungle Fresh.
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Promotional FeatureHow parcel lockers help drive customers to your store
Online shopping is growing, with millions of purchases made every day. According to Statista, the UK e-commerce industry will continue to grow every year and reach a value of £153bn by 2027. Find out how retailers are getting a slice of the action by adding parcel lockers to their list of services.
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Promotional FeatureHow this retailer became the ultimate one-stop-shop for customers
Kaual Patel helps run the Torridon Road Post Office in Catford alongside his uncle and other family members. He discusses importance of local community and why they decided to start catering to the second hand parcels market.