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The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Aldi has restocked it's viral beer pump that recreates the pub experience at home just in time for Father's Day
STRUGGLING to find your dad something he'll actually want for Father's Day? Aldi has got you covered with their fantastic range of Father's Day gifts they'll be thrilled to upwrap. Advertisement 2 The gifts are perfect for Father's Day next month Credit: Aldi 2 The bargains hit Aldi shelves from 1st June Credit: Getty Landing in stores from 1st June, Aldi has something every type of for will love, including their incredible Beer Dispenser for just £24.99. " Dads will be brewing with excitement thanks to the return of Aldi's sell-out Beer Dispenser," Aldi bosses said. "Transforming ordinary canned beer into a draught experience, shoppers can save up to £44 (64%) compared to Amazon . Cheers to that! " But the bargains don't end there. Advertisement READ MORE ON ALDI Aldi also have the brand new Drew & Cole Sandwich Maker for just £24.99. Perfect for food Fathers, the gadget can be used to create hot and tasty muffin-style sandwiches with minimal washing up. "Simply add bread and fillings such as pre-cooked meats, veggies and even cheese, slide over the central cooking plate and add an egg, top with another slice of bread and cook for five minutes," Aldi bosses noted. Don't worry if your dad isn't much of a chef though, Aldi's Dartboard,£17.99, might be for them. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous It comes six steel-tip darts, a checkout card, chalk, and everything needed for easy mounting, introduce some healthy competition this Father's Day. Also hitting the shelves are the Character Short Pyjamas, £8.99. Aldi is selling a cheap $4.49 item that will transform your garden into a colorful summer paradise Made with soft cotton, choose from Star Wars, Marvel, or Spider-Man designs for the ultimate superhero Dad. And why not pair the pyjamas with comfy Men's Slippers, £4.99, for maximum comfort. Advertisement They comes in blue or grey and are sure to make make Dad feel like he's walking on air. More Aldi middle aisle buys IF it's middle aisle buys that you're looking here, some of the new items you won't want to miss. Shoppers recently went wild for Aldi's new Garden enthusiasts raced to nab a If you're looking to light up your garden this summer, you won't want to miss And if you want to give your dad another gift, you can't go wrong with a bottle of prosecco. Better yet, for a limited time only, Aldi has dropped the price of its Prosecco to just £4.99 a bottle. hoppers can purchase the discount retailer's Advertisement But you'll have to be quick as the offer is only available in stores until May 25. The 75cl bottles are described as having "vibrant notes of crisp apple and pear, complemented by delicate floral aromas". Aldi wine dupes WHY fork out for an expensive bottle of wine when you can virtually get the same taste, but for less? Whispering Angel, £17 Aldi dupe: Chassaux Et Fils Atlantique Rosé, £4.99. Or Aldi's Sainte Victoire Provence Rosé, £12.49. Cali Red by Snoop Dogg, £12/£13 Aldi dupe: The Reprobates Californian Red, £9.99. Dark Horse Merlot, £10 Aldi dupe: Beachfront Malbec, £6.99 Laurent Perrier Rose champagne, £80 Aldi dupe: Crémant Du Jura, £8.99 Aperol Spritz, £17 Aldi dupe: Aperini Aperitif, £6.99
Business Mayor
18-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
UK Peppa Pig toy firm says trading ‘uncertain' as US-China shipments on hold
A British manufacturer that makes Peppa Pig and Fireman Sam toys has said trading with the US remains 'uncertain' after it paused shipping Chinese-made products to the country because of Donald Trump's tariffs. London-listed Character Group said on Friday that it had put shipments from China to the US 'on hold' in April after the White House announced hefty levies for imports of Chinese-made goods. The company also withdrew its guidance for the current financial year last month, as a result of the introduction of tariffs by the US. Sales of Character's products in the US, including stretchy action figures in the Heroes of Goo Jit Zu collection, represented 20% of the group's revenues in the last financial year, which ended on 31 August 2024. The company said 'substantially all' of its products sold in the US were manufactured in China. The company said its products earmarked for the US had not left a factory in China. Tit-for-tat tariffs between the US and China were raised multiple times in April in an escalating trade war, reaching on Chinese exports to the US and on US exports to China, before the countries met for negotiations last weekend. The current pause in tariffs between the US and China was welcomed by the manufacturer as a sign that 'gives hope for a negotiated resolution', but it added that uncertainty remained because of the 'volatile and evolving trade policy landscape'. The toy company added that economic uncertainty resulting from tariffs had knocked global sales, as customers have 'become increasingly cautious' and unwilling to commit to orders. Read More Liquor Sales Notch Rare Decline In 2024 As Top Shelf Demand Slows 'This is impacting sales in all our key territories,' Character said as it reported its half-year results. Despite the ongoing uncertainty, the company said it remained confident that it would be profitable in the current financial year. skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Business Today Get set for the working day – we'll point you to all the business news and analysis you need every morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. after newsletter promotion The US-based industry body, the Toy Association, has previously said that 80% of toys sold in the country are manufactured in China. The organisation has campaigned for toys to kept free from tariffs, with their president calling them 'essential products for childhood development and early education'. Retail sales of toys generated over $28bn (£21bn) in the US in 2024, according to figures from Circana's US retail tracking services, which covers of the country's toy market. However, Trump has previously said that American children might 'have two dolls instead of 30 dolls' if his tariffs result in products becoming costlier and more scarce for US consumers.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UK Peppa Pig toy firm says trading ‘uncertain' as US-China shipments on hold
A British manufacturer that makes Peppa Pig and Fireman Sam toys has said trading with the US remains 'uncertain' after it paused shipping Chinese-made products to the country because of Donald Trump's tariffs. London-listed Character Group said on Friday that it had put shipments from China to the US 'on hold' in April after the White House announced hefty levies for imports of Chinese-made goods. The company also withdrew its guidance for the current financial year last month, as a result of the introduction of tariffs by the US. Related: Trump says US will unilaterally set new tariff rates for scores of countries Sales of Character's products in the US, including stretchy action figures in the Heroes of Goo Jit Zu collection, represented 20% of the group's revenues in the last financial year, which ended on 31 August 2024. The company said 'substantially all' of its products sold in the US were manufactured in China. The company said its products earmarked for the US had not left a factory in China. Tit-for-tat tariffs between the US and China were raised multiple times in April in an escalating trade war, reaching on Chinese exports to the US and on US exports to China, before the countries met for negotiations last weekend. The current pause in tariffs between the US and China was welcomed by the manufacturer as a sign that 'gives hope for a negotiated resolution', but it added that uncertainty remained because of the 'volatile and evolving trade policy landscape'. The toy company added that economic uncertainty resulting from tariffs had knocked global sales, as customers have 'become increasingly cautious' and unwilling to commit to orders. 'This is impacting sales in all our key territories,' Character said as it reported its half-year results. Despite the ongoing uncertainty, the company said it remained confident that it would be profitable in the current financial year. The US-based industry body, the Toy Association, has previously said that 80% of toys sold in the country are manufactured in China. The organisation has campaigned for toys to kept free from tariffs, with their president calling them 'essential products for childhood development and early education'. Retail sales of toys generated over $28bn (£21bn) in the US in 2024, according to figures from Circana's US retail tracking services, which covers of the country's toy market. However, Trump has previously said that American children might 'have two dolls instead of 30 dolls' if his tariffs result in products becoming costlier and more scarce for US consumers. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Leader Live
16-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
Toy firm Character Group says US-China shipments on pause over tariffs
It added that sales globally have also been knocked by caution among customers as a result. The manufacturer of Peppa Pig and Fireman Sam toys pulled its financial targets for the year last month because of the prospect of tariffs. On Friday, Character said its shipments from China to the US were 'put on hold' last month after US President Donald Trump announced plans for a sharp jump in tariffs between the countries. US tariffs on Chinese imports were increased to 145%, with Chinese tariffs on some US imports being increased to 125% in retaliation. However, earlier this week, the President confirmed a 90-day reduction in tariffs, with the US tariffs on China dropping to 30%. Character said sales to the US amounted to around 20% of group revenues last year, with 'substantially all' of these being made in China. It said the tariff reduction 'gives hope for a negotiated resolution, although this remains uncertain at this time'. The Surrey-based group said uncertainty linked to tariffs has been felt in other markets, as 'customers have become increasingly cautious and are not committing to orders to our expectations'. It said sales in all key territories have been impacted as a result. However, the company said it still expects to be profitable for the current financial year as a whole. It came as the company reported that group revenues dropped by 8% to £53 million for the six months to February, compared with a year earlier. The company saw pre-tax profits stay roughly flat at £2.1 million for the period despite weaker sales. Shares were 3.5% lower in early trading.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Peppa Pig toy maker pauses US-China shipments over Trump's tariffs
British toymaker Character Group, known for its Peppa Pig and Fireman Sam lines, is facing continued uncertainty in the US market after halting shipments of Chinese-made products due to tariff concerns. The company, which withdrew its financial targets for the year last month, cited both the tariffs and resulting consumer caution as factors impacting global sales. Character Group paused US shipments in October following President Trump's announcement of increased tariffs on Chinese goods. The tariffs, which initially rose to 145 per cent on some Chinese imports, were met with retaliatory tariffs from China on certain US goods, reaching as high as 125 per cent. Earlier this week, President Trump subsequently announced a 90-day tariff reduction, bringing the rate down to 30 per cent. Character said sales to the US amounted to around 20 per cent of group revenues last year, with 'substantially all' of these being made in China. It said the tariff reduction 'gives hope for a negotiated resolution, although this remains uncertain at this time'. The Surrey-based group said uncertainty linked to tariffs has been felt in other markets, as 'customers have become increasingly cautious and are not committing to orders to our expectations'. It said sales in all key territories have been impacted as a result. However, the company said it still expects to be profitable for the current financial year as a whole. It came as the company reported that group revenues dropped by 8 per cent to £53 million for the six months to February, compared with a year earlier. The company saw pre-tax profits stay roughly flat at £2.1 million for the period despite weaker sales. Shares were 3.5 per cent lower in early trading.
