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Nov- 2023 -21 November
Today’s news in brief-21/11/23
AO World has reported a significant turnaround in its financials for the six months ending September 30. The company posted…
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21 November
Businesses call to freeze Northern Ireland rate
A diverse range of business organisations have united to call on the leaders of the local political parties to support…
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21 November
AO World ups guidance as profits hit £13m
AO World has upped its profit guidance after it posted profit before tax of £13m, up from a loss of…
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21 November
Footfall improves ahead of Black Friday
Footfall edged up 0.4% in the week before Black Friday across all retail destinations, new data from MRI Software suggests. …
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21 November
Iconix acquires streetwear brand Hoodrich
Brand management company Iconix International Inc. has acquired majority ownership of British streetwear brand, Hoodrich, in partnership with founder Jay…
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21 November
M&S granted Judicial Review over Marble Arch redevelopment
M&S has received permission from the High Court to apply for Judicial Review for the redevelopment of the retailer’s Marble…
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20 November
Today’s news in brief-20/11/23
Van hire firm Redde Northgate has reportedly approached Halfords with a proposed £1.3bn merger deal, indicating a nil-premium merger. Talks…
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20 November
Under Armour to debut location at The O2
Sports apparel brand Under Armour will be making its London outlet debut at the The O2 in early December. Under…
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20 November
Co-op reopens Stornoway store following renovation project
Co-op has relaunched its Stornoway store on MacAulay Road, following a multi-million-pound renovation project. The near 22,000 sq ft store,…
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20 November
Van firm eyes Halfords for £1.3bn merger
Halfords has reportedly been approached by van hire firm Redde Northgate about a possible £1.3bn merger deal, according to The…
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