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James Beeson
Verified
Drinks Editor and Journalist, The Grocer
London
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Biography
Award-winning business journalist, specialising in FMCG, finance, retail, hospitality and leisure. Presently Drinks Editor of The Grocer. Got a story? Email me on james.beeson@thegrocer.co.uk
alcohol, businessFMCG, soft drinks retail, leisure hot drinks
Content
By James Beeson Verified| The Grocer Verified Pernod Ricard has reported a larger than expected decline in sales in its fiscal third-quarter. Sales in the three months ended 31 March fell organically by 3% to €2.3bn. Analysts had predicted a 2% decline. Over the year-to-date, sales slid organically by 4%, meanwhile.
By James Beeson Verified| The Grocer Verified Brothers has brought back its Toffee Apple cider less than 18 months after retiring the flavour. The fan favourite has returned as a permanent fixture in the Somerset supplier’s lineup, alongside an all-new Pineapple & Passionfruit flavour. Both ciders have launched in 500ml cans at 3.4% abv (rsp: £1.50). They have rolled into One Stop and Home Bargains, with further “positive discussions with major mults at an advanced stage”, according to Brothers.
By James Beeson Verified| The Grocer Verified Pernod Ricard has said the sale of its wine business to Accolade Wines owner Australian Wine Holdco Limited (AWL) is likely to complete “in the next week”. “Our expectation is that it will happen this spring,” CFO Hélène de Tissot told investors earlier today (17 April). “Now, spring started two days ago.
Company Info
The Grocer
The Grocer is a prominent British publication that has been serving the grocery retail sector since 1862. Published by William Reed Ltd, it is recognized as the leading source of news, analysis, and insights for the UK's grocery and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. The company operates as a private limited entity, with its registered office located in Finchley, London. The Grocer offers a weekly print magazine and a dynamic online platform that covers the entire FMCG sector. It publishes various newsletters tailored to different stakeholders in the industry. The company also hosts notable awards programs, such as The Grocer Gold Awards and The New Product & Packaging Awards, celebrating achievements in the field. Additionally, it organizes webinars, conferences, and business lunches to promote networking opportunities. The Grocer provides recruitment services, focusing on attracting quality candidates in sales, marketing, and retail, making it a key resource for professionals in the sector.
Crawley, England, United Kingdom
+44 129 361 3400
Founded: 1862