Jan
2010
Articles from 5th Jan 2010
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Kraft shareholder concern hits Cadbury takeover bid
Jan 05 2010 | National Business News
FOOD giant Kraft’s pursuit of Cadbury suffered a setback today after the US firm’s biggest shareholder voiced concern over the £10.2 billion takeover. Read
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Sweets firm boosted by demand for childhood favourites
Jan 05 2010 | National Business News
DEMAND for nostalgia brands among expats has helped a British sweets firm land a deal to supply three million Sherbet Fountains to Australia. Read
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Tuesday lunchtime market update
Jan 05 2010 | National Business News
RETAIL shares suffered a setback today despite stronger than expected Christmas sales figures from Next and rival John Lewis. Read
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Tuesday morning market opening
Jan 05 2010 | National Business News
NEXT shares retreated 3% today after the retailer’s cautious comments on prospects for 2010 overshadowed better-than-expected festive trading. Read
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Kraft ramps up Cadbury pursuit
Jan 05 2010 | National Business News
US food giant Kraft stepped up its pursuit of UK rival Cadbury today by pledging to sweeten the cash part of its £10bn takeover offer. Read
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Next offers high street cheer
Jan 05 2010 | National Business News
Fashion retailer Next offered further cheer from the high street today as it raised profit forecasts after better-than-expected trading. Read
