TWC Group was delighted to deliver the market update at this year’s Unitas Senior Supplier Trade Briefing, held on Thursday 29th January 2026 in the stunning surroundings of Painter’s Hall, near St Paul’s Cathedral. The session was presented by Tom Fender, Development...
Turning to retail behaviour, there’s a strong reminder that the store environment still matters enormously. 56% of consumers tell us they often buy items on impulse when shopping in grocery stores. That should give confidence to wholesalers and...
One of the most interesting shifts we’re seeing is around alcohol consumption: A growing number of consumers are choosing to moderate, not eliminate, their alcohol intake – a trend described as “coasting”. Coasting refers to choosing drinks with half,...
At TWC Group, our role has always been to cut through noise and get to what really matters for wholesalers and their customers. So on 12th January 2026, we went back to the fundamentals, speaking to UK consumers directly to understand how they plan to eat, drink and...
You might have seen news about our recent product launch for 2026: Channel Track. After months of planning and a soft launch last Autumn, we are delighted to announce Channel Track is now live. We are combining multiple data sets to create one product which will...
Hot beverages remain a cornerstone category for independent convenience stores supplied by UK wholesalers, but the latest SmartView Convenience data shows the Hot Beverages market is undergoing a period of adjustment. While total value decline has been relatively...
