UK food and drink manufacturers have shown their resilience by launching more than 8500 new products this year, despite the toughest economic trading conditions in decades, the latest Business Confidence Survey from the Food and Drink Federation has revealed.
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Food and drink manufacturers launch over 8500 new products
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Over a third of restaurateurs finding trading tougher than expected
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Small business confidence rises to highest level in a year
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Businesses upbeat on economic prospects
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European scrap market remains firm due to strong demand
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Retail consumption upbeat despite soaring prices
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Confidence in market is high
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Durable goods orders rebound
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Indian economy showing resilience:
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Local economy performing strongly
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Manufacturers look beyond the economic gloom to future growth
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Confidence returning to sector
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Soft drinks outperforming alcoholic drinks
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People encouraged to think about what they drink
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Confidence is the key to recovery in the UK economy
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New toolkit helps food manufacturers save water
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UK manufacturing bounces back