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Beer sales are still suffering from a recessionary hangover

Data released by the British Beer & Pub Association in October 2010 show that beer sales in the three months to the end of September were down by 10% compared to the same period last year. This is the worst quarterly rate of decline since the association's records began. Evidently consumers are still harboring a recessionary mindset, which is affecting even affordable luxuries such as beer.

Published By Datamonitor
02 Nov 2010
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Cod farming: catering for battered fish stocks

Dwindling wild stocks make cod one product where demand severely outstrips supply. A successful start for commercial cod farming in the UK could redress the balance and also throw a lifeline to faltering salmon farmers.<BR />

Published By Datamonitor
08 Apr 2003
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Consumer goods: store for war

Uncertainty about the increasingly likely US-led war on Iraq, together with continuing concerns over terrorism, are troubling consumers. This state of fear has repercussions on consumer purchasing behaviour, encouraging cutbacks on some products and the stockpiling of others.<BR />

Published By Datamonitor
11 Mar 2003
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Buffalo Grill: mad cow show

Of the four people to have contracted the human form of mad cow disease in France so far, two have died. Both were regular customers of steakhouse chain Buffalo Grill. Allegations that the chain served British beef while it was banned in France have made headlines around Europe. The case once again highlights public concern and skepticism over food safety.

Published By Datamonitor
27 Feb 2003
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Regional foods: bratwurst at the Brandenburg Gate

Protesters in Berlin staged an enormous sausage grill-in after city officials attempted to shut down "Bratwurst at the Brandenburger Gate" on the grounds that it did not fit in with the area's new image. The ensuing protests served to highlight new EU legislation that protects regional delicacies.

Published By Datamonitor
24 Feb 2003
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Mecca-Cola: the cola with a conscience

Mecca-Cola has seen rapidly growing sales as it rides the worldwide anti-capitalist backlash. With an ethical reputation that goes beyond its core Muslim market, its sponsorship of the anti-war protests in London placed Mecca-Cola on the world stage and at the same time highlighted the growing market for products of its ilk.

Published By Datamonitor
18 Feb 2003
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Britvic: Freekee tweenies

Identified as a new and growing market sector in the 1990s, 10-13 year olds are increasingly targeted with new products. These so-called tweenagers may not respond as enthusiastically as hoped, however. Understanding their aspirations while protecting adult brands will be a demanding task.

Published By Datamonitor
11 Feb 2003
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Clearasil: clearing up the young adults

Boots Healthcare International is bringing out an extension to the Clearasil brand aimed at consumers in their mid-20s. In order to succeed, some very persuasive marketing will be required - older consumers will have some of the most entrenched views about Clearasil.

Published By Datamonitor
11 Feb 2003
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Tesco: looking a bit greedy

Tesco, already the UK's leading supermarket chain, confirmed its interest in bidding for Safeway on Wednesday. However, as Tesco tries to convince the OFT that its increased share would still be fair, it is possible that the whole matter will result in an enquiry into the supermarket sector. Tesco is keen to ensure its position doesn't deteriorate when this happens.<BR />

Published By Datamonitor
23 Jan 2003
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UK retailing: supermarket wars

UK supermarket group Morrison's, normally as commendably steadfast as its northern roots, has launched a bid for the Safeway chain. The move is a canny one that would launch Morrison's into the big time. However, it is likely to spark a bidding war that could herald major changes for the industry's leading players, with tougher competition meaning that consumers will be the real winners.<BR />

Published By Datamonitor
13 Jan 2003

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