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.
Co-op invests £1.5m in EV fleet
UK retailer Co-op has invested £1.5 million in its vehicle fleet, switching to electric home delivery vehicles to support is carbon reduction and net zero goals.
UK convenience sector faces “a future of mixed fortunes”
A report has forecast key challenges and opportunities for convenience retailers in 2026.
IGD urges food businesses to prepare for agentic AI
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has warned that suppliers and retailers “must act now” to plan their approach to agentic AI.
