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Greggs Plans 800 New Stores Amid Market Concerns

1/3/2026

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Greggs, the UK bakery chain based in Newcastle, plans to open 800 more stores and to produce 1 million sausage rolls daily.
Analysts warn of market saturation as Greggs' share price has fallen 40% over the past year.
The company is introducing healthier options and new store formats, such as "Bitesize Greggs", to attract customers.
Upcoming sales figures for festive products will be crucial in determining the company's future direction.

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Greggs, the UK bakery chain based in Newcastle, plans to open 800 more stores and to produce 1 million sausage rolls daily.
Analysts warn of market saturation as Greggs' share price has fallen 40% over the past year.
The company is introducing healthier options and new store formats, such as "Bitesize Greggs", to attract customers.
Upcoming sales figures for festive products will be crucial in determining the company's future direction.