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Stacks of NPD to keep shoppers sweet
The confectionery category continues to grow, as all the big players try to outdo each other with a...
Vapril: a month of opportunity
With the ban on menthol tobacco products arriving in May, this year’s Vapril festival of vaping takes on...
Energising sales for a decade
It’s hard to believe, but energy drinks has been the fastest growing segment within the soft drinks category...
Forecourts driving ahead in 2020
The forecourt sector looks set for another big year, with many of the key players already off to...
Sweet start to 2020
There’s plenty of ‘new news’ for retailers to get excited about in the important biscuits category as 2020...
Menthol ban sparks innovation wave
The impending ban in May on flavoured tobaccos – including menthol – has sparked a wave of innovation...
Are you good to go?
A strong food-to-go offer is rapidly becoming vital for local retailers keen to attract new shoppers, grow sales...
Water growth continues to flow
The bottled water category remains buoyant in Scotland thanks to innovation and commitment to tackling sustainability concerns. Despite...
New year, fresh start?
With a fresh new year lying ahead of us, it’s the ideal time for Scotland’s local retailers to...
‘Low and no’ is the way to go
The growth of the low and no consumer trend across many key categories shows no signs of abating,...