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
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Fastmoving Spotlight
new products · brand activity · liqour · jobs · events
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· KWV proud to be part of Roepman Launch
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· Trade Channel Planner
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· Something different in the food retail space
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· Arniston Bay
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New Products
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An old favourite with a modern twist!
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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’
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Cape wine masters graduate
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Taste rare gems at Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Showcase
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Self-taught winemaker wins Van Ryn's award for Brandy excellence
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Retail Services News
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See a bonus for what it really is
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Fast moving, forward thinking, IMPERIAL Logistics continues to grow digitally!
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Biometric technology at the forefront of access control in commerce
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Pezulu Outdoor Advertising commissioned Prismaflex SA
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Dubai based Swift Freight International LLC rebrands to Barloworld Logistics LLC
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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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