Use-by and best-before dates: what they actually mean and which one mattersOne label warns of food poisoning and the other merely protects flavour, yet millions of shoppers treat them as identical deadlines.12 October 2026
Tesco raises profit forecast as online sales and Finest range growThe UK's largest supermarket chain narrows its annual profit forecast upwards after a strong half-year performance.8 October 2026
Sainsbury's ends talks to buy Morrisons, citing lack of strategic needThe UK’s second‑largest grocer has dropped its pursuit of the seventh‑largest chain, saying the deal isn’t essential and could be delayed by a lengthy competition review.7 October 2026
Iceland to open first supermarket in the Falkland IslandsThe frozen food chain is partnering with a local retailer in Stanley to serve the territory's 3,500 residents.13 September 2026
