Growth in the Irish grocery market accelerated to +14.4% in the 12 weeks to 1st November, according to the latest results from Kantar. As the nationwide lockdown came into place growth continued to rise, reaching +18.8% in the last four weeks. All retailers saw an increase in sales compared to the previous reporting period, when overall market growth was +11.9%. Growing basket size and moving ...

Alibaba is celebrating its twelveth 11.11. Singles Day. We have been tracking its latest news and development. Its first sales window from 1-3 November has registered record sales. We wrap up the event with a highlight of major brand activites that contributed to this year's success. Summary and key highlights: Total GMV recorded over the event including the presales period is CNY498.2...

Market growth in the 12 weeks to November 1st slowed slightly to 9.3%, from 9.4% in the previous reporting period, according to the latest Kantar results. We look at key retailers' sales growth and market share in more detail, including standout performances from Iceland, Lidl, Morrisons and Waitrose, who all grew above the market. Panic buying has not returned to levels seen before the first ...