Sainsbury's confident as competition intensifies

The UK's third-largest grocer beat City forecasts when it reported its annual results this week and the company believes it will continue to prosper despite the prospect of a wave of competition on different fronts.

In the spotlight - Sainsbury's success points to position of strength

11 May 2012

Sainsbury's full-year profits came in ahead of City forecasts this week. Dean Best takes a look at how the UK retailer believes it can withstand fresh competition and how its success in the downturn means it is now in a position of strength.

Sainsbury's King looks for positives in falling food volumes

9 May 2012

Sainsbury's, the UK's third-largest retailer, today (9 May) issued a sales forecast that suggests food volumes will continue to fall in the months ahead - but, speaking to just-food, typically ebullient chief executive Justin King still looked for the positives.

On the money: Sainsbury's ready for battle on quality

9 May 2012

Sainsbury's chief executive Justin King has today (9 May) welcomed moves from its UK retail rivals to invest in product quality and service.

The verdict from the City: Sainsbury's FY results

9 May 2012

Sainsbury's beat City forecasts when it reported its annual underlying pre-tax profits today (9 May) and, as such, the Square Mile welcomed the UK retailer's results. The company has won plaudits for its performance in a tough sector but there are some questions around its future margins as it competes with the likes of Tesco.