1. Shopper & Customer

Retailers urged to ‘build emotional connections’ as shopper confidence uptick unlikely

Written by Posted on Less than 0 min read

The IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution) ‘Shoppers in 2030’ report reveals insights into the future of the food and grocery industry. As single households are projected to contribute 95% of the overall growth in the number of households, the growing population will create a higher…

This story continues at Retailers urged to ‘build emotional connections’ as shopper confidence uptick unlikely

Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

View Original Article
Post Views: 30
Member since
Established in 2007, TalkingRetail.com brings you the latest news, analysis and information across the UK convenience and independent grocery retail sectors. Sister publication Independent Retail News is a monthly magazine for owners of independent convenience stores. Originally launched as Independent Grocer in 1981, the magazine changed its name to Independent Retail News in 1995. It provides must-have information that helps in the day-to-day running of stores and keeps readers up-to-date with the latest news and product information. The publications are brought to you by Metropolis Business Media, which also runs a number of leading annual awards events including The Retail Industry Awards, The Quality Food Awards and The Quality Drinks Awards. These prestigious ceremonies recognize the top performers across both the independent and multiple sectors, and are judged by a highly respected and influential group of independent top industry judges. https://www.talkingretail.com/
Do you like Talking Retail's articles? Follow on social!

More from Talking Retail

  1. International

Convenience retail sector optimism revealed in Christie & Co report

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has launched its Retail Market Review 2025, which reflects on activity, trends and challenges faced in the first half of the year for convenience stores, petrol forecourts, retail investments and other outlets in the UK, as well as… This story continues at Convenience retail sector optimism revealed in […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

Cheez-It launches large sharing format into symbols and independents

Cheez-It has rolled out 120g PMP sharing format into symbol and independents, designed to meet growing demand for social and at-home snacking occasions. Available in two flavours: Double Cheese, which has delivered nearly £10m in sales to date, and Cheese and Chilli – a hot… This story continues at Cheez-It launches large sharing format into […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

Heineken relaunches Star Retailer scheme with new rewards framework for c-stores

Heineken UK is revamping its acclaimed loyalty programme, Star Retailer, by introducing a new participation and rewards framework for convenience retailers, as well as a redesigned website. With many of the biggest beer and cider brands forming a part of Heineken UK’s leading portfolio, Star… This story continues at Heineken relaunches Star Retailer scheme with […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Media & Marketing

Report shows Supermarket loyalty decline with increase in top up and cross-shopping

Reward, the global customer engagement and commerce media specialist, has unveiled new consumer spending insights revealing a continued decline in brand loyalty among UK grocery shoppers. According to its data, switching behaviour among UK grocery shoppers has accelerated since 2023, with June 2025 marking a new… This story continues at Report shows Supermarket loyalty decline with […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

Retailer body condemns armed robbery at Spar forecourt in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s leading retail organisation has strongly condemned a cashpoint robbery that took place this week at a Spar store in Aughnacloy, County Tyrone. The robbery happened at 6.40am on Wednesday (8 October) outside the service station store as the cash machine was being filled… This story continues at Retailer body condemns armed robbery at […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Holiday & Events

David Beckham and Matt Damon feature in Stella ad

Stella Artois has launched its Super Bowl LIX advert featuring David Beckham and Matt Damon. The 60-second ad, features Beckham walking into a pub for a drink with his “parents”, as they reveal the existence of a long-lost twin brother, named ‘the other David’. The… This story continues at David Beckham and Matt Damon feature […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

Terry’s launches first Caramel Chocolate Ball

Terry’s has expanded its festive line-up with the launch of a Christmas limited edition, Terry’s Chocolate Caramel Ball. Blending Terry’s signature milk chocolate with a smooth caramel twist, the new ball delivers an indulgent flavour experience – all in the brand’s unique and iconic 20-segment… This story continues at Terry’s launches first Caramel Chocolate Ball […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

McCoy’s adds Hot ‘n’ Spicy grab-bags

KP Snacks has expanded its McCoy’s range with the launch of a grab-bag version of its Hot ‘n’ Spicy variant. The new launch, says KP, aims to capitalise on the strength of ‘spicy’ flavours within the crisps, snacks and nuts category. It follows the launch of McCoy’s… This story continues at McCoy’s adds Hot ‘n’ Spicy grab-bags […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Adult Beverage

Jim Beam Pineapple hits shelves

Jim Beam has announced the launch of Jim Beam Pineapple, the brand’s first flavoured spirit released in the UK in two years. Blending the smooth character of Kentucky straight bourbon with the bright sweetness of pineapple, this new flavour innovation offers a “fun, fruit-forward twist”… This story continues at Jim Beam Pineapple hits shelves Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Channel: Mass

Tesco flourishes, but tobacco decline hits Booker

Tesco said in a trading statement today that it is continuing to “build momentum” after a first quarter in which its overall sales increased like-for-like by 4.6% in the UK to £11.3bn. Almost every part of Tesco increased sales, although its wholesaler Booker was an… This story continues at Tesco flourishes, but tobacco decline hits […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Shopper & Customer

Allwyn launches programme to increase safety of National Lottery sales

Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery, is today announcing the launch of Operation Guardian – an expanded mystery shopper and knowledge check programme which increases the levels of support for retailers and enables them to sell National Lottery products even more safely. In line with… This story continues at Allwyn launches programme to increase safety […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Prolific St Albans shoplifters jailed

Two men from the St Albans district have been handed prison sentences for shoplifting offences. Thirty-five-year-old Harry Ventham was given a prison sentence at Hatfield Remand Court on Monday 23 June for six separate shoplifting offences in St Albans during #NeighbourhoodPolicingWeek. Ventham, from Luton but of… This story continues at Prolific St Albans shoplifters jailed Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

XQS announces new summer promo

Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK (STG UK) has launched a summer sampling campaign for its XQS nicotine pouch brand, offering consumers the chance to win an Ibiza weekend and other prizes. Throughout July and August, XQS sampling teams will be live across the nation, giving away… This story continues at XQS announces new summer promo Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

Nisa retailer boosts weekly sales with Co-op ready meals

Nisa Local Torridon Road in South London has reported a 30% increase in chilled sales following the addition of Co-op ready meals to its range. The store’s owner, Kaual Patel, credits the uplift of £6,000 per week in chilled product sales to the quality and… This story continues at Nisa retailer boosts weekly sales with […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG & FMCG

Magnum debuts marbled new Utopia range

Magnum has launched its new Utopia range, featuring two of its most indulgent and premium flavours yet: Magnum Double Cherry and Double Hazelnut. The Magnum Utopia range introduces marbling technology for a multisensorial experience, featuring “indulgent flavours swirled with multi-layer architecture and sauce”. Daniel Lythgo,… This story continues at Magnum debuts marbled new Utopia range […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Media & Marketing

Dash makes TV debut with ‘The Drink That Has It All’

Dash has made its national TV debut with a new campaign and brand platform that ‘boldly rejects compromise’. The campaign is a major moment for the brand, marking Dash’s largest ever media spend, it will be supported by UK-wide social media, in addition to a national sampling… This story continues at Dash makes TV debut with ‘The […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Food

Innocent Drinks unveils a fresh look for a familiar face

Innocent Drinks has created new packaging for its portfolio of juices and smoothies with rollout complete by February next year. The ‘Dude’ icon has been redrawn with a custom wordmark and applied consistently across all its drinks. The visual language aims to help its drinkers… This story continues at Innocent Drinks unveils a fresh look […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Banks creating ‘needlessly tougher’ circumstances for small businesses

Small businesses are being put off from innovating and growing by damaging financial regulations and inadequate support from banks, the Treasury Committee warns in a new report. In its report on access to banking services for smaller firms, MPs on the committee condemn the unfair… This story continues at Banks creating ‘needlessly tougher’ circumstances for […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Food

Bebeto unveils new ‘You Melt My Heart’ liquid-filled gummies

Bebeto has launched its first-ever Valentine’s range featuring new liquid-filled gummy soft hearts, called You Melt My Heart. Available in 130g hanging bags (£1 RRP) and 400g heart-shaped tubs (RRP £3), they aim to make the perfect Valentine’s gift. They contain no artificial colours or… This story continues at Bebeto unveils new ‘You Melt My […]
< 1 min read
0
Next