Tories get tough on phone masts The Tories are making the erection of mobile telephone masts an election issue. Archie Norman…
Eurocity widens losses to £96,000 Eurocity Properties has reported an interim pretax loss of £96,000 compared with a £69,000 loss last…
McDonald’s improves Pret’s expansion options Pret a Manger's global expansion plans have received a boost with the purchase of a 33% stake by…
De Beers and LVMH to open flagships in 12-18 months The new joint venture between De Beers and LVMH hopes to launch several flagship jewellery stores in…
Food giant expected to buy Pret a Manger A global fast-food giant is expected today to buy Pret a Manger. Speculation is focused on…
Planning woes stymie Ikea UK expansion Ikea has been struggling to open more stores in the UK because of problems gaining planning…
Beazer agrees to Persimmon bid Persimmon has won Beazer's support for its £559m takeover of the housebuilder. The takeover would…
Crest Nicholson profits jump 20% Crest Nicholson has reported a 20% surge in annual pretax profit to £48.1m on turnover up 8% to…
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Tile retailer plans 20 new shops Topps Tiles plans to open another 20 new sites this year. The retailer has 140 shops. The…