Performing well in difficult times
Many business are subject to external influences that are not always
purely economic. Food retailers are particularly exposed to these
influences. They bare a social obligation to consumers and as a
huge employer of people are often targets for those with a political
agenda. As a result they cannot afford to be seen as profiteering
from spiralling food prices. When you see food inflation at the
levels we see now, the emotional response is to brand retailers
the corporate evil. I don’t believe that this is the case
and I think food retailers make a strong investment case in difficult
economic times.
There is no doubt that trading conditions will remain tough for
the remainder of the year. However food retailers hold a distinct
advantage over their counterparts in other industries that are more
exposed to negative economic developments. Provided consumers can
still afford to buy food they will be in a strong position to “manage
their margins”.
Spar makes an even more attractive package. Although labelled as
a food retailer, in actuality they are more like a food distribution
business or a wholesaler, they benefit from a high inflation environment
without the issues associated with employing store personnel.
Click
here to read Moneyweb’s investment case for Spar
Craig Ballantyne
craig@fastmoving.co.za
Please feel free to make comments or raise new issues by emailing
the editor
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· KWV
proud to be part of Roepman Launch
KWV, one of the leading wine and brandy producers in South
Africa is proud to be part of the launch of Roepman, an
Afrikaans drama film, due for release 20 May, 2011. |
· Trade
Channel Planner
We have an exciting opportunity for an innovative, proactive
individual that has a passion for Trade and Shopper Marketing.
We need a highly motivated, self directed, strategically
minded individual with strong business acumen and a proven
track record in Trade Marketing. |
· Something
different in the food retail space
Orapa – Of the three major food retailers listed on
the JSE, Spar is the smallest. For this reason it is sometimes
overlooked by investors. |
· Arniston
Bay
Taste the sunshine, thanks to Arniston Bay – an unspoilt
coastline that's synonymous with a care-free lifestyle –
simply by filling your glass with the fresh, crisp wine.
Inspired by the sunny skies and pristine beaches of the
quaint fishing village from which it derives its name. |
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New Products
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An
old favourite with a modern twist!
Delicious Bokomo Instant Oats meets the demands of today’s
rushed lifestyle. We all know that getting breakfast on the
run is not as easy as it sounds! |
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Joekels
Shakes Up the Rooibos Market!
Joekels has brought a whole new flavour to rooibos chocolate
and strawberry, to be precise! |
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Lay’s
introduces ‘Lay’s Flavour Cup’
Lay’s is embarking on an exciting new campaign, to entice
consumers to voice their opinion on a worthy challenger flavour
to take on South Africa’s Biltong Flavour in the final
of the campaign known as the ‘Lay’s Flavour Cup’. |
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Brand Activity
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Fruity
Planet
The uniqueness of Pokka Beverages as well as taste provided
the ideal fuel for his creativity and innovation in spawning
Fruity Planet as the company that would introduce Pokka into
the South African Market. The Fruity Planet Logo places representational
emphasis on the range of beverages from fruity drinks to coffees
and the natural source of Pokka's inspiration behind product
development. |
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Featured Brands
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A.J.
North
A.J. North (Pty) Ltd, a Proudly South African Manufacturer
of high quality, affordable Toiletries and Toothbrushes for
more than 100 years. |
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Nestle
Ice Cream
Creating the best moments of magical pleasure… |
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Liquor News
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Paneer
with Two Oceans, please
If you were to walk into many of the famous hotels of India
and ask for a glass of Two Oceans wine, chances are you would
be asked to specify which wine in the range.
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KWV
proud to be part of Roepman Launch
KWV, one of the leading wine and brandy producers in South
Africa is proud to be part of the launch of Roepman, an Afrikaans
drama film, due for release 20 May, 2011. |
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Bisquit
Cognac
Bisquit vs Classique is elaborated with grapes that mainly
come from the Fins Bois area in Cognac, expressing the finesse
of a lively cognac. |
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Arniston
Bay
Taste the sunshine, thanks to Arniston Bay – an unspoilt
coastline that's synonymous with a care-free lifestyle –
simply by filling your glass with the fresh, crisp wine. Inspired
by the sunny skies and pristine beaches of the quaint fishing
village from which it derives its name, this unpretentious
wine is ideal for those carefree, alfresco dining or easy
drinking wine occasions – anywhere, anytime. |
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Brampton
Brampton wines began in 1996 as the playful ‘little
brother’ to Rustenberg Wines, one of South Africa’s
most respected Estates owned by the Barlow family. The Barlow’s
have been farming in Stellenbosch in the Cape winelands for
over 60 years. |
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A
sobering thought
The threat of a ban on alcohol advertising looms large –
and has massive implication to our industry. Tanya Farber
and Jeremy Daniel investigate |
Cape
wine masters graduate
Three new graduates have been awarded Diplomas as Cape Wine
Masters at a ceremony being hosted by Lourensford Estate in
Somerset West on Friday, May 6. |
Taste
rare gems at Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Showcase
Experience exceptional wines with a creative edge and great
diversity of styles at the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction
Showcase in Cape Town on Thursday, 11 August and Johannesburg
on Thursday, 1 September, when members of the Guild present
the wines that will go under the hammer at this year’s Nedbank
Cape Winemakers Guild Auction. |
Self-taught
winemaker wins Van Ryn's award for Brandy excellence
Newly graduated Cape Wine Master (CMW) Mary-Lou Nash is the
2011 winner of the Van Ryn’s Award for Brandy Excellence,
achieving the highest score in the section of the Cape Wine
Academy’s Cape Wine Masters’ examination, devoted
to brandy. |
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Retail Services News
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See
a bonus for what it really is
The issue of recognition of employee contribution by way of
bonuses has emerged as a topic of significant interest within
the current marketplace. Human resource experts at Accsys,
a national supplier of payroll, HR, Time & Attendance
and Access Control solutions, say that in the current socio-economic
climate, it may be best to treat a bonus as discretionary,
based on measurable results, unless stipulated as part of
a contract.
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Fast
moving, forward thinking, IMPERIAL Logistics continues to
grow digitally!
We are proud to launch our new and improved website, www.imperiallogistics.co.za.
It provides in-depth IMPERIAL Logistics information, our latest
news and thought leadership comment, research reports, as
well as industry associations and event updates.
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Biometric
technology at the forefront of access control in commerce
Biometric technology continues to dominate in both Time and
Attendance and access control technology systems. Human Resources
and business management specialists say biometric technology
works well within the modern commercial environment and is
able to meet a growing demand.
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Pezulu
Outdoor Advertising commissioned Prismaflex SA
Pezulu Outdoor Advertising commissioned Prismaflex SA to manufacture
a billboard extension for their client Wimpy introducing there
new Epic XL Burgers just outside Sun City, prior to the national
Wimpy conference. |
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Dubai
based Swift Freight International LLC rebrands to Barloworld
Logistics LLC
In 2008, Dubai based Swift Freight International LLC was acquired
by Barloworld Logistics and in line with its corporate brand
strategy it is now to be consolidated under the brand Barloworld
Logistics in the Middle East. |
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Events
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Get
into the spirit at the Fine Brandy Festival
Savour the best that South African brandy has to offer at
the Fine Brandy Festival, on at the Sandton Convention Centre
from 25 to 27 May 2011. |
Wacky
Wine Weekend
This year marks the eighth anniversary of the Robertson Wine
Valley’s biggest annual wine festival, with the ever-popular
Wacky Wine Weekend taking place from 2 - 5 June 2011. With
50 wineries showcasing their wines, visitors can expect even
more festivity and celebration! And with a myriad of key attractions,
both old favourites and novel delights, this well-loved event
is a ‘must-do’ on the annual social calendar.
So, join the Robertson Wine Valley clan for an indulgently
Wacky Weekend... |
ABSA
Calitzdrop Port & Wine Festival
Calitzdorp, renowned far and wide as the Port Capital of South
Africa, is shaking off the Klein Karoo dust in preparation
for the very best wine and lifestyle festival this region
has to offer. So start planning your trip now as the weekend
of 16 to 18 June 2011 will see this historic town bursting
out of its seams when Calitzdorp opens its heart and doors
to visitors from far and wide. |
BRANDING
CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOP JUNE 2011 – REGISTER TODAY!!!
The Knowledge Resources branding workshop and conference are
being held at the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel in Sandton –
conveniently situated next to the Gautrain Station for fast
and easy access! You can choose to attend the workshop only
(7 June), the conference only (8-9 June) or both the workshop
and conference (7-9 June)! It’s up to you. |
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