Dec 1, 2023 | Data, In the Press, SmartView Convenience
Christmas is the biggest socialising occasion of the year for many consumers, despite the current challenging financial times. Drink opportunities are front of mind alongside big dining experiences throughout the festive season, offering retailers the chance to end...
Nov 17, 2023 | Convenience Retail, Data, In the Press, SmartView Convenience
One in three UK adults say that knowing a convenience store sells price-marked packs (PMPs) means they are more likely to shop there. This represents a huge opportunity for independent retailers. Added to this, research by data analyst TWC shows 78% of retailers agree...
Nov 13, 2023 | In the Press, SmartView Convenience
The energy drinks market is still going strong, buoyed by a resilient soft drinks sector. In Scotland, the soft drinks category is experiencing solid growth at 6.5% year-on-year on a 52 week-ending basis to 10 September 2023, according to data and digital consultancy...
Nov 10, 2023 | In the Press, SmartView Convenience
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Nov 10, 2023 | In the Press, SmartView Convenience
Vaping is still a key category for independent retailers with innovation still coming through, despite negative publicity and the perils of fresh regulation. In Scotland, vape products account for more than 14.8% of value sales of Tobacco products and are seeing a...