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Kretinsky 'Pushed' France's Casino To Offload Stores Before Bailout: Report

Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky has pushed French retailer Groupe Casino's management to sell its largest stores ahead of his planned bailout, the Finan...

Iceland Eyeing Up Sainsbury's, Asda Stores Post Merger: Reports

Frozen foods retailer Iceland is reportedly considering a bid for any stores that Sainsbury's and Asda are required to sell, once their high-profile merger...

Poundworld Founder To Establish New Discount Chain

The founder of the Poundworld chain, Chris Edwards, has said that he plans to open up to 100 budget stores under a new discount banner, Onebelow. Speaki...

M&S Chairman Flags Post Brexit Export Challenges

The chairman of Marks & Spencer, Archie Norman, has said that exports of its popular gourmet sandwiches to its stores in France could stop altogeth...