Chinese New Year Overview 2018 – Retail Report

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This seasonal best practice report showcases Chinese New Year seasonal execution across major UK supermarkets in 2018.

  • Comprehensive insights into retailer execution of Chinese New Year promotions, signage and product innovation.
  • Analysis of merchandising techniques for key categories like stir fry kits, noodles and ready meals.
  • Overview of promotional approaches, including meal deals, event-themed signage and own-label product innovation.
  • Highest quality imagery, captured by Steve Dresser, offering market-leading intelligence into UK seasonal execution and customer engagement.
  • Focused on the customer perspective, this report highlights how retailers celebrated Chinese New Year with creativity and impact.

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Chinese New Year is a key seasonal event, offering retailers an opportunity to engage customers with themed product ranges and creative in-store displays. From meal deals to authentic ready meals, retailers highlight the cultural significance of the celebration through targeted promotions and vibrant signage.

This report highlights best practice insights from the Chinese New Year 2018 retail season across major UK supermarkets and retailers, including Asda, M&S and Tesco. Retailers showcased impactful displays for fresh foods, noodles and ready meals, with promotions on cookware and dinnerware to enhance at-home celebrations.

How did retailers approach Chinese New Year in 2018?

Retailers implemented creative merchandising strategies, featuring themed meal deals, repackaged ambient ranges and promotional displays in fresh produce and ready meals. Signage and shippers for non-food items like cookware and Lucky Cats added to the festive spirit, creating a memorable customer experience.

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