Big global brands drove supplier prices higher in second quarterCanada’s grocery giants have blamed suppliers and CPG companies for rising food costs, but Q2 earnings were up for major grocers. Canadian Tire, Dollarama and Costco among most reputable Canadian companiesLeger's 26th annual Reputation study includes c-store and forecourt staples in the top 100. 'Tis the season to highlight the cough and cold category 7 strategies to meet unprecedented customer demand, while boosting incremental sales. 'Huge demand' and supply issues could haunt Halloween candy aisle Part of the issue facing manufacturers and retailers is that forecasts are unreliable. Frito-Lay and Loblaw end snack stand-off Shipments are to begin flowing today, according to reports. No dip with chips Potato chips sales surge, as c-stores reap the benefits of Frito-Lay Loblaw dispute and consumers' hankering for salty snacks. Food manufacturers cut capacity amid labour shortages and supply chain disruptions Bottlenecks throughout the supply chain, especially in processing, are impacting distribution and retailers' ability to stock shelves. Loblaw grocery sales strong but levelling off as consumer behaviour starts to shift Improving vaccination rates and easing restrictions are expected to change business, again. Giant Tiger discount chain expanding, plans to increase store count to 300 Industry watchers say retailer sits in a sweet spot between competitors, offering a more convenient layout than a big box store but a wider selection than a dollar store. P.E.I. lozenge plant lays off 30 workers after weak cold and cough season A lozenge plant in Prince Edward Island has laid off 30 workers, citing an "almost non-existent'' cold and cough season amid COVID-19 restrictions. First Previous 2 3 4 5 Next Last
