Category: Business
Tesco meal deal price rise: what the new costs mean and how rivals compare
Tesco has raised meal deal prices again, lifting the standard combo to £3.85 with a Clubcard and £4.25 without, and the premium to £5.50/£6. The change starts 21 August 2025 and follows last year’s increase. The move hits under-18s who can’t use Clubcard prices. Rivals like Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Co-op remain cheaper on the standard deal, while Boots is pricier. Tesco says costs are still rising, but value remains.
MoreSoho House Goes Private in $2.7 Billion Deal with MCR Hotels at the Helm
Soho House & Co is set to go private in a $2.7 billion deal led by MCR Hotels. The move brings together MCR’s hotel expertise with Soho House’s luxury club brand, attracting big-name investors and securing fresh capital for growth.
MoreG Spot Drinks Taps New Leadership to Ramp Up UK Retail Growth After Sainsbury's Launch
Gillian Anderson's G Spot drink brand is stepping up its UK retail strategy with new leadership appointments. The move follows the brand's debut in Sainsbury's stores, offering health-focused drinks with adaptogens and nootropics as alternatives to sugary options.
MoreEasyJet Faces £25 Million Profit Blow as French Air Strikes Disrupt European Travel
EasyJet expects a £25 million dent to profits this year after French air traffic controller strikes and rising fuel costs caused major disruptions. Despite a strong Q3, the airline is under pressure as 660 flights were cancelled and over 1 million passengers across Europe were affected. Calls for EU intervention are growing to prevent more chaos.
MoreUSD/CAD Strengthens as Market Weighs Trump Tariff Threat and Canadian Jobs Data
The USD/CAD currency pair is regaining strength, bouncing off key support levels as traders navigate Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canadian goods and await crucial Canadian employment reports. Technical charts show resistance at 1.3700, with upside potential if broken. Market uncertainty persists amid shifting geopolitical risks.
MoreJaguar Land Rover Cuts Ties With Ad Agency After 'Woke' Rebrand Backfires and Sales Plunge
Jaguar Land Rover has dropped their ad agency after a 'woke' rebranding campaign was linked to a drastic sales drop. The company’s move signals a shift back towards traditional branding as it faces challenges in a changing auto industry.
MoreTrump Organization Unveils T1 Phone Service and U.S.-Made Smartphone Under '47 Plan'
Trump Organization shakes up telecom by launching T1 Phone, a $47.45 monthly unlimited plan, plus a $499 smartphone made in the USA. The service, called the '47 Plan,' honors Trump's presidential number and targets rivals like Apple by doubling down on domestic jobs and production.
MorePoundland Store Closures Loom as Rising Costs Squeeze UK's Discount Giant
Poundland, facing major cost pressures, may shutter around 50 stores, mainly in high-rent city centers. The discount chain is reviewing operations to protect its business model and will offer staff redeployment. Increased energy bills, wages, and supply chain issues are driving this shake-up.
MoreIceland Foods Makes a Bold Return to Ireland With Dunnes Stores Partnership
Iceland Foods is making a comeback in Ireland by teaming up with Dunnes Stores to offer over 200 own-label products in two major Dublin locations. This move follows Iceland's messy withdrawal last year and signals a new strategy to connect with Irish shoppers through a trusted retail partner.
MoreOzempic and Wegovy Spark Economic Transformation Across Denmark
The global demand for Ozempic and Wegovy has turned Denmark into an economic powerhouse. Novo Nordisk’s success is reshaping towns like Kalundborg with new jobs, homes, and infrastructure, while also stirring conversations about Danish values and the balance between prosperity and social equality.
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