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Back to basics to unlock cigar sales
Cigar sales flourished in local retailing during the pandemic but shoppers now seem to be drifting back to...
Grocery go-getters
Shoppers are giving a lot more love to their local store’s grocery aisles. By Gaelle Walker Often consigned...
Closing the deal
Convenient closed pod and disposable devices continue to ignite the UK’s growing vape sector. By Gaelle Walker Sales...
Soft focus
The UK’s soft drinks industry is in for a good-looking summer of sales, driven by larger formats, sugar-free...
The format that fits
The UK’s tobacco manufacturers are exploring new ways of offering adult smokers all-important value for money. by Gaelle...
Time for a fresh start?
The last year has been the most tumultuous period in living memory in local retailing and for many...
More bang for their buck
Adult smokers are increasingly switching between formats to suit different occasions and keep spending in check. by Gaelle...
Flavour of the moment
Flavour-packed convenient pod mod and disposable products are continuing to sweeten vape sales. by Gaelle Walker With a...
Fuel for thought
New formats and sugar-free variants continue to fuel the sports and energy market. by Gaelle Walker Currently worth...
Got some bottle
Local retailers in Scotland have a refreshing opportunity to soak up bottled water sales in 2022. by Gaelle...