All Greggs articles
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Analysis & InsightAre Greggs’ glory days behind us?
As the nation’s favourite bakery chain experiences an uncharacteristic slowdown in sales, Simon Brooke explores whether this “deteriorating momentum” means we have reached peak Greggs
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InterviewsGreggs sees improving picture but maintains cautious outlook
The bakery chain has seen an improving sales trend in recent weeks, but volumes remain “slightly down” as consumer confidence dipped in early 2025, according to CEO Roisin Currie
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NewsGreggs reports improved trading
The retailer achieved total sales of £784m for the first 20 weeks of 2025, with the past 11 weeks supported by better trading conditions
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Analysis & InsightFrom Korean chicken to immunity shots: Greggs’ take on food to go trends
The retailer has expanded its offer, targeting multiple trends in one go - including high-protein options, East Asian flavours, and a new indulgent drink
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Analysis & InsightQSR and food-to-go drive growth amid cautious market conditions
QSR turnover is expected to grow 3.4% to £17.7bn, with outlet numbers up 1.5%, while food-to-go is forecast to grow 3.5% to £13.6bn, according to the latest Lumina Intelligence data
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NewsGreggs reports strong progress on sustainability targets
The bakery chain has published its 2024 sustainability report, outlining progress against the targets set out in its five-year sustainability plan, which runs until the end of 2025
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Analysis & InsightThe biggest brands in foodservice delivery
Greggs and PizzaExpress are among the brands forecast to see the largest growth in delivery turnover this year, according to Lumina Intelligence
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Analysis & InsightGreggs steps up security amid rising QSR shoplifting concerns
The bakery chain is ramping up security measures to protect staff and tackle shoplifting as theft continues to impact the high street
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Weekend PressGreggs is no longer on such a roll
Before last year, the bakery chain had enjoyed three years of double-digit like-for-like revenue growth, Natalie Thomas writes in the FT
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InterviewsGreggs doubles down on long-term growth prospects
CEO Roisin Currie acknowledged the retailer’s slump in share price following a slowdown in sales, but said “we’re doing everything we can” in terms of expansion, digital and delivery sales, menu innovation, and value leadership
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NewsGreggs achieves £2bn sales milestone
The retailer recorded an 11.3% increase in sales compared to 2023 by broadening its estate, customer appeal, and sales channels
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NewsGreggs expands hot range with chicken burger
The bakery brand is launching a made-to-order BBQ crispy chicken burger, BBQ chicken wrap, and crispy chicken bites
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Weekend PressGreggs’ snacks provide sustenance for investors too
The inherent strengths of Greggs leave the exceptional business well-positioned to come through economic challenges relatively unscathed, the Financial Times reports
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InterviewsGreggs: ‘The Budget won’t slow our expansion plans’
CEO Roisin Currie says the bakery chain’s ambitious growth targets won’t be curtailed by higher employment costs, while it aims maintain its value leadership and keep price rises to a minimum
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NewsGreggs surpasses £2bn sales
Total sales in FY24 up 11.3% on the previous year and like-for-likes up 5.5%, although the retailer reported a more subdued consumer backdrop in the second half
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InterviewsGreggs: Any price rises will be ‘pennies’
CEO Roisin Currie said the brand’s growth plans will not be derailed by the recent Budget, with scope for as many as 4,500 stores in the UK overall
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Weekend PressDirectors’ Deals: Greggs finance chief slices his stake
Greggs’ shares have risen by almost a fifth over the past year, with chief financial officer Richard Hutton’s selling of £1.85m-worth of shares on October 8
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NewsGreggs: ‘There is more we can do on delivery’
Opening shops in new catchment areas and the expansion of its delivery partners’ remit is helping the retailer to reach new and existing customers, Greggs’ CEO Roisin Currie tells MCA.
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NewsGreggs continues to extend reach
The retailer continues to expand its estate, with growth supported by menu development, investment into supply chain capacity, and extended trading hours and new digital channels
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Analysis & InsightAutumn menus feature pumpkin spice and all things nice
Classic autumnal flavours, such as maple, cinnamon and pumpkin, make a return to menus, as MCA rounds-up the latest menu launches, featuring Pret, Greggs, Costa Coffee and more