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Rising costs have put the squeeze on every part of food supply chains
Swedish retailer’s earnings also hit by cost-cutting programme
Conglomerate not considering an offer for UK supermarket chain
Shoppers have profited, but very few shareholders have
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This niche market is growing fast, with buyers coming to appreciate the craftsmanship and rarity of pieces
Trade show attendance is growing again, but some big industry names are still staying away in favour of different formats
US home goods retailer says it does not have enough cash to repay debts of more than $1bn owed to the bank
Shares in UK listed group increase 9% on Thursday
Supermarket announces changes to night shifts, in-store Post Office shops and pharmacies
Bondholders’ plan to swap debt for new equity will help insulate company from worst effects of price swings
Action by 300 staff in Coventry represents a milestone in the efforts of unions to establish a foothold in logistic sector
Parent company ABF says stronger US dollar and price rises helped boost its profits
All-time record sales last year at local chains suggest the sector is not finished yet
Company forecasts full-year earnings to drop below market expectations of £17.3mn
Body Shop and Avon owner is concentrating on revamping its brands during consumer spending squeeze
New Delhi hopes to use role to champion domestic tech such as its payments system overseas
Retailer expects to make £1bn profit for the first time next year
Volumes fall 1% over crucial Christmas shopping period, according to official figures
Despite recession and cost of living crisis, luxury brand is even considering return to US market
Longer delivery times reduce demand for fast-fashion retailer’s products
British bootmaker affected by operational issues at new distribution centre in Los Angeles
Chinese fast-fashion retailer looking to raise up to $3bn at vastly reduced valuation in response to tech downturn
Theft is not the only cause of inventory losses but can be a handy scapegoat for poor operational decisions
Newly-opened storage space has created overcapacity, while extra costs are squeezing margins
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