Supermarket price war heats up in relief for squeezed consumers Tesco has signalled that a price war is mounting within the sector. The Independent UK · Apr 10, 2025
Supermarket price war heats up as Tesco cites ‘very competitive market’ Chief executive Ken Murphy also refused to rule out fresh job cuts as the supermarket targets a further £500 million in savings this year. Evening Standard · Apr 10, 2025
Supermarket price war heats up as Tesco hints at more price cuts Tesco has indicated a growing price war among UK supermarkets, with its chief executive, Ken Murphy, noting an "intensification" of competition and targeting up to £500 million in cost reductions. The Independent UK · Apr 10, 2025
Tesco enjoys ‘biggest ever Christmas’ as shoppers switch from rivals Supermarket now controls 28.5% of grocery market, with sales at UK stores up 4% in six weeks to 4 January The Guardian - UK · Jan 9, 2025
Tesco is unbeatable when it concentrates on the day job Having exited most of its overseas adventures the retailer is an advertisement for the virtues of sticking to the knitting The Guardian - UK · Oct 3, 2024
Tesco boss says new workers’ rights laws must not hurt growth Bill is likely to include measures such as ending ‘exploitative’ zero-hours contracts and changes to sick pay The Guardian - UK · Oct 3, 2024
Tesco could use AI to encourage Clubcard shoppers to make healthier choices The Clubcard could ‘nudge’ Tesco shoppers into making healthier choices The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2024
FTSE 100 Live 14 June: Tesco sales boost ahead of AGM, Crest Nicholson updates on Bellway bid Tesco shareholders are today having their say on the £9.9 million pay package awarded to boss Ken Murphy. Evening Standard · Jun 14, 2024
French bonds and stocks rocked by political turmoil – as it happened Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news The Guardian - UK · Jun 14, 2024
Tesco CEO’s near £10m pay a ‘slap in the face’ for struggling workers, union says Package for Ken Murphy more than double previous year’s, with more than half relating to long-term bonus The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2024
Tesco profits rocket as food inflation eases Grocer says it is grabbing market share from rivals Evening Standard · Apr 10, 2024
FTSE 100 Live 10 April: Shares near record high ahead of US inflation, Tesco profits up, THG sales dip Tesco boss Ken Murphy today hailed the supermarket’s strong performance after reporting a 12.8% rise in annual operating profits to £2.8 billion. Evening Standard · Apr 10, 2024
US inflation rises to 3.5%, weakening hopes of early interest rate cuts – business live Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news The Guardian - UK · Apr 10, 2024
Tesco cuts ties with food waste processor after row hits progress on environment Unwanted items the supermarket thought would feed animals were used to generate energy The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2024
Evening Standard · Jan 11, 2024 Tesco ups profit guidance after strong Christmas Tesco gets one over on arch rival Sainsbury
The National (Scotland) · Dec 14, 2023 Protesters occupy Tesco Bank offices in Glasgow with 'Christmas party' ACTIVISTS with This is Rigged have thrown a “Christmas party” in the foyer of the Tesco Bank offices in Glasgow.
Evening Standard · Oct 4, 2023 Tesco CEO aims to keep lowering prices as profits climb and food inflation falls First half like for like sales at Tesco have improved 8.4%
Fortune · Sep 4, 2023 Tesco staff offered body cameras as abuse by customers climbs "I want those who break the law in our stores brought to book," Tesco CEO Ken Murphy says.
The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2023 Police must have ‘zero tolerance’ policy to shoplifting Policing minister Chris Philp said theft from shops should not be tolerated at any level
The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2023 Police ‘must investigate’ shoplifting crimes for goods worth less than £200 Policing minister Chris Philp said theft from shops should not be tolerated at any level.
Evening Standard · Sep 3, 2023 Tesco boss calls for change in law after rise in abuse of staff The supermarket chain has offered body-worn cameras to workers who need them as physical assaults increase
The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2023 Tesco workers offered body cameras as violent attacks against employees soar Tesco boss has called for change in law
The Guardian - UK · Jul 3, 2023 Weaker competition blamed for higher petrol and diesel prices; MPs blast ‘measly’ savings rates – as it happened Government pledges to expose ‘rip-off’ fuel retailers, after inquiry finds declining competition between retailers led to higher prices at the pumps
Evening Standard · Jun 19, 2023 Morrisons cuts prices of nearly 50 items as hopes mount of easing food inflation Tesco boss Ken Murphy said last week there were ‘early signs’ that rampant food price inflation is starting to ease
Daily Mirror · Jun 16, 2023 Tesco boss has some bad news for shoppers hoping for cheaper food prices Ken Murphy admits it's hard to predict how much prices will fall for hard-pressed consumers as inflation eases