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August 5, 2025  |  Your latest trade news

Diageo reports operating profit decline amid 'challenging year'

News | Gross margin expansion 'more than offset by investment in overheads, operating profit slightly down'

Diageo has reported an 27.8% operating profit...

Taoiseach 'welcomes' EU and US trade agreement

News | The agreement achieved recently in Scotland between Presidents von der Leyen and Trump

Frank Gleeson appointed CEO of US NACS

News | Frank Gleeson, former President of Ibec and CEO of Aramark, has been appointed CEO of the Washington D.C.-based National Association of Convenience Stores

RVI calls on HSE to double number of test purchases on vaping products in 2026

Legal Guide | Responsible Vaping Ireland’s (RVI) 2026 Pre-Budget Submission focuses on measures to strengthen enforcement, curb illicit trade, and protect access to vaping products as an essential method of quitting smoking

BAT Ireland urges urgent action on vape tax

News | BAT warns illicit vapes will surge without urgent tax rollout, strong enforcement, and tighter controls to protect consumers and retailers

FSAI reassures consumers regarding recent recalls associated with Listeria

News | FSAI noted that to date, there are no cases of listeriosis associated with the spinach and mixed leaves products that are the subject of this recall

35 national finalists announced for National Lottery Good Causes Awards 2025

Brand Central | From boxing clubs to wildlife conservation and community cafés, meet the Good Cause national finalists driving change across Ireland  

The beliefs we borrow and the ones we lend

Advisor | As managers and leaders in retail, whether you’re running a supermarket, leading a convenience store, or overseeing a district of discounters, you’re lending beliefs all the time, Nikki Murran shares

Tesco unveils new Virginia store

Brand Central | The store has been modernised throughout with new shelving, floors, refrigeration, heating and lighting

Top 7 retail stories from around the world

Brand Central | Peter Murphy's top picks of international retail stories

Final call: Entry deadline to C-Store Awards 2025 is this Thursday!

News | Celebrate excellence in convenience retailing and submit your ShelfLife C-Store Awards entry by 4 September and gain national recognition

Pay transparency: What retailers need to know about Ireland’s new rules

Advisor | Caroline Reidy reports about how the recently introduced EU Pay Transparency Directive will affect your business

Fine wine in the sunshine

As the season brings lighter evenings and outdoor dining, shoppers are on the lookout for refreshing and food-friendly wines, Donna Ahern reports

Party Rings unveils largest-ever brand investment with packaging refresh

The redesigned packs are 'developed to improve shelf standout and engage a modern audience'

O’Donnells celebrates 15 years in business

The creators of Ireland’s most awarded crisps are now excited to launch their latest flavour sensation: O’Donnell’s Hot Honey Fusion

Top 100 Master Brands revealed

Each year, Worldpanel by Numerator looks at which FMCG brands are connecting most with shoppers in Ireland. Emer Healy, business development director, Worldpanel by Numerator reports

Animal instincts

Pet ownership is growing in Ireland, and so is the demand for high-quality, nutritious, and sustainable Pet Food. Consumers are looking for more from the products they buy

Huel becomes Ireland’s 'no.1 complete nutrition' drink

Huel becomes Ireland’s no.1 complete nutrition drink, delicious, plant-based meals in a bottle, built for busy, health-conscious lifestyles

Más+ by Messi Launch 1V1 World Crown Tournament

Más+ by Messi is launching the 1V1 World Crown tournament, a fast-paced football skills tournament with top talent battling it out one-on-one for ultimate glory
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