Co-op Group proposes merger with Southern Co-op
The boards of the Co-op Group and Southern Co-op have announced proposals to combine and create a larger co-operative society.
Discounter to open new stores as part of investment plan
Discounter Lidl has announced it will open more than 50 new stores in the next 12 months as part of a £600 million investment in its British infrastructure.
Ocado finds young shoppers seeking health benefits in food
Online retailer Ocado has shared the findings of a study looking at changing diets, finding that young consumers are prioritising longevity when shopping for food.
Grocery inflation “steady” at 4.3% as shoppers make Easter purchases
The latest data from Worldpanel by Numerator has detailed how take-home sales at UK grocers increased by 4.4% in the four weeks to 22nd March 2026.
Food inflation is set to rise, warns IGD
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has released updated food inflation forecasts, warning that food inflation could briefly reach more than 8% by June 2026 if disruption to global energy markets persists.
IGD says suppliers must “work more closely” with discounters
Research from the Institute of Grocery Distribution has predicted that discount will remain the fastest growing physical grocery channel globally through to 2030.
