Sainsbury's Christmas Sales Grew; Expects Profit in Line With Market Views
The grocer reported sales volume growth for the key Christmas period and expects to deliver retail operating profit for its fiscal year in line with market consensus.
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Givaudan Reports Profit Rise, Expects to Exceed Five-Year Sales Target
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Magdeburg Christmas market attack deaths rise to six
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Brompton profits almost wiped out after lower UK and Europe sales
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