Lack of emotional connection is at the heart of Tesco's troubles
Andrew CurryThe Futures Company
Since the economic crisis, families have become less willing to drive to large out-of-town stores to carry out their weekly shop.
The sudden departure of Philip Clarke, chief executive of Britain's largest supermarket, Tesco, after three years in charge and 40 years with the business, is a reminder of how deep the company's troubles go. Although observers point to the decline in market share under his leadership, in truth the company's problems go back to the financial crisis and beyond.
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