Shwetali Sapte
Shwetali joined MCA as senior news and finance reporter in March 2022.
Contact info
- Tel:
- +44 (0)1293 846578
- Email:
- Shwetali.sapte@mca-insight.com
- News
Business Property Relief changes ‘single out’ family businesses
The proposed removal of the death exemption shows “a complete lack of understanding” about investment, Thwaites chairman Richard Bailey
- Analysis & Insight
UKHospitality outlines new recommendations for policymakers
The new Social Productivity Index reveals there is so much more to growth than just raw economics, according to CEO Kate Nicholls
- News
Strong 2024 fuels growth at Red Engine
The team behind Flight Club made combined sales of £118.3m in 2024, and plans to take its global estate to 84 sites by the end of 2030
- Analysis & Insight
Chipotle on a two-pronged menu innovation approach
The Mexican-inspired chain will launch limited-time offers as well as more of its existing menu items from the US, Stephanie Perdue, VP of brand marketing, tells MCA
- Analysis & Insight
Urban Pubs & Bars: ‘It’s about turning experiences into repeat visits’
The group’s SEO-driven approach has helped it maximise footfall during occasions, but it’s the little touches that help capture customer loyalty, according to sales & marketing director Andre Johnstone
- Opinion
How Ozempic is pushing eating out towards smaller, healthier portions
Weight-loss drugs have created a business case for introducing smaller portions and healthier menus. MCA explores how operators might respond
- Interviews
CUPP sees ‘huge potential’ in growing bubble tea market
The brand is developing its food offer and cafe experience in response to customer demand, brand director Angharad Jackson told MCA’s Food to Go conference
- Interviews
Caprinos Pizza achieves double-digit growth in Q1
Co-founder Khalil Rehman acknowledges the pizza market is crowded, but points to Caprinos’ strong like-for-like sales as evidence there’s still growth to go after
- News
Norges Bank takes on 25% share in Shaftesbury Capital estate
The West End landlord has sold a 25% share to the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund for £570m, in a deal including landmarks like the Covent Garden Piazza
- News
St Austell exploring up to 40 redundancies
The brewer and pub operator, which employs more than 2,000 people across the Southwest, is “reviewing its operational structure” due to new employment costs
- News
Burger King UK seeks refinancing
Sky News reports the Bridgepoint-backed QSR chain is working with DC Advisory, seeking an additional £40m of borrowing capacity
- News
Caprinos Pizza to open 20 sites this year
The pizza franchise, which has opened more than 95 locations since 2020, plans to double its estate to more than 200 locations by 2030
- News
Diageo GB names Barry O’Sullivan as new MD
O’Sullivan, the current MD of Diageo Ireland, will replace Nuno Teles, who will move to MD of Diageo Mexico
- Interviews
Cornish Bakery: ‘We can double or triple in size quite easily’
The 66-strong business sees ’huge opportunity’ for premium bakery products, and will continue to thrive in high street locations, according to MD Mat Finch
- Interviews
Shepherd Neame: ‘Lack of certainty means we’re focusing internally’
The 290-strong pub operator is investing in its existing estate in the hope that improved trading in the capital will spread out to the regions, CEO Jonathan Neame tells MCA
- Analysis & Insight
Pret on the balance between tech and human interaction
The brand is exploring how to provide an efficient grab-and-go offer while retaining its customer service experience, according to global retail technology director Chris Matthews
- Analysis & Insight
New business rates multiplier will further threaten investment
Businesses affected by the proposed ‘super tax’ multiplier are considering passing on costs to consumers, cutting staff, and reviewing their investment strategies
- News
Broadwick Group acquires Camm & Hooper
The acquisition of the events company has further expanded Broadwick’s portfolio of venues, event services, and live entertainment
- News
Inception Group: ‘Businesses are looking to open in less hostile environments’
The business model is ‘broken’ for hospitality businesses in the UK, co-founder Charlie Gilkes has said
- News
Westmorland invests heavily into food offer
The motorway service area operator reported a drop in turnover due to the economic backdrop and lower fuel prices, but this was offset by increased trading in its non-fuel business