NIQ finds shoppers spent £19.6bn over Christmas period
Global marketing research firm NielsenIQ has reported that total till sales at UK supermarkets grew by 3% in the four weeks ending 27th December 2025.
Confidence “fragile” after Budget as food sales growth slows
The British Retail Consortium has reported that UK Black Friday sales were “dampened by pre-Budget jitters”, as food sales were below the 12-month average growth.
Food inflation “holds steady”, finds Worldpanel
According to the latest Worldpanel by Numerator market figures, take-home sales rose below inflation by 3.4% over the month to 30th November.
IGD Economic Viewpoint report predicts “make or break” year ahead
In its latest Economic Viewpoint report ‘What to plan for in 2026’, The Institute of Grocery Distribution warns of persistent inflation and higher taxes for the food industry in 2026.
IGD predicts key trends for grocery shoppers in 2026
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has launched its UK trend reports for 2026 from Grocery Retail and Shopper perspectives.
Lidl aligns with EAT-Lancet Planetary Health Diet
UK discounter Lidl GB has published its ‘Beyond the Basket’ sustainability report, which showed “strong progress” across its goals for healthy and sustainable diets.
