Walkers ‘robust’ despite increases in butter price
The boss of the world’s most famous shortbread brand has said the business remains “robust” despite enduring two of the toughest years in its history as the price of its key ingredient soared.
Jim Walker
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Walkers Shortbread blames supermarkets for drop in margins
A supermarket price war is putting margins under pressure at Walkers Shortbread, one of the iconic food firm's bosses said yesterday.