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18th Oct 2010

Latest figures from Nielsen show that promotions through the Grocery channel accounted for 37% of all sales during September. The proportion of sales beat the previous high of 36% that was recorded in November 2009. Some analysts have argued this is brands and retailers having to run hard to stand still but is also further evidence of how competitive the race is for a high proportion of customers spend.

Here at Creation we provide a whole range of services that will assist your brand within this competitive environment. Through our Marketing & Creative teams to our instore tactical services, we have the tools & solutions to make your brand "stand out from the crowd" to deliver great sales and ROI.

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Dylan Slaney, Retail Solutions Director
dylan.slaney@creationagency.com, 0870 850 2274
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