October 19, 2021  |  Your latest trade news

Sales down 2.2% year-on-year: Kantar

News | Online sales have jumped 7.1% year-on-year during the latest four weeks, while spooky season is back with a bang this year, with sales of pumpkins soaring 32.1% over the past 12 weeks versus last year

Online shopping has grown significantly worldwide in recent years Sales fell by 2.2% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 3 October 2021, according to the latest grocery market figures from ...

EasyGo secures €15m to expand charge point network

News | Network extension will help address Ireland's deficit in electric vehicle (EV) charge infrastructure

Krispy Kreme Blanchardstown records average weekly revenues of nearly €87k

News | Blanchardstown store reports strong profits despite being closed between March and May of last year

New survey shows insurance premiums continue to spiral 

News | Alliance for Insurance Reform calls on government to increase competition and accelerate reforms, as average recent insurance renewal up 15%

Tesco opens first cashierless store in central London

News | Cameras and weight-sensors will establish what customers have picked up and charge them for products directly through the app when exiting

Lidl reports 'overwhelming positive response' to Athenry plans

News | Retailer says it received hundreds of emails in support of the project

Balanced debate on vaping needed as part of Leadership Summit on Tobacco Control 

News | Vape Business Ireland (VBI) says "it’s vital that a well-rounded approach is taken to inform health policy making on vaping products"

Newest addition to Clonakilty Distillery spirits family secures prestigious gold medal award

News | Minke Vodka trumps taste test for smooth and balanced flavour

Marks & Spencer Ireland launches digital rewards programme, Sparks

News | Sparks will provide a more personalised experience with instant rewards, tailored personal offers and a selection of charities to support

Spar partners with Too Good To Go to minimise food waste 

News | New solution enables customers to intelligently purchase short shelf-life foods in perfect condition from select Spar stores at a third of the original value

Tip of the morning: Irish shoppers are biggest charity tippers

News | Irish shoppers donate 75% of their online cashback to charity, compared to the 56% given by UK consumers

Boulta Agri Ltd wins new €3m contract with Aldi Ireland to supply kindling and logs

News | Since 2015, the volume of goods supplied to Aldi by Boulta Agri Ltd has increased by more than 200%, growing every year

Walkers Snacks announces Ghostbusters: Afterlife collaboration

Impressive prize pool includes VIP screenings of Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Sony gadgets, and the grand prize – a trip for two to New York

The Blas na hÉireann Buyers Showcase is back!

Blas na hÉireann Showcase will be held in partnership with Compass Ireland

Remembrance Run 5K returns for 10 year anniversary sponsored by Spar

Event's unique atmosphere includes choirs, music, song, commentary, and a special wall of remembrance

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