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Rival discounter B&M to acquire 51 stores but a similar number will close next week
Discount retailer to pay £200mn special dividend after posting higher sales over Christmas
Chief Alex Russo says he expects margins to recover
Chains targeting cost-conscious consumers maintain their guidance despite surging inflation
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Discount retailer expects spending to shift to basics as it announces new chief executive
Shares fall as architect of retailer’s expansion signals departure
B&M chiefs recoup £234m in share sale after record festive trading
Dire warnings of empty shelves have failed to materialise as many companies successfully navigate logistical challenges
Trading since the easing of restrictions has been volatile, says company
Takeaway group’s float plan is no victory for listings rule liberalism; B&M’s retail pandemic boost is stalling
Rapid growth of B&M, Action and Home Bargains is proving physical retail can be profitable — if prices are low
Company to expand despite pandemic
Move likely to stoke controversy over taxpayer support for traders during lockdown
More store openings planned with full-year earnings expected to climb
Discount store chain has benefited during Covid-19 pandemic as its stores remained open
Discount retailer says target of 950 outlets ‘looks conservative’ after appeal widens in pandemic
Group blames ‘challenging’ retail market and lack of promotions as results disappoint
Value of Jawoll impaired after distribution problems
Simon Arora says discount retailer ‘does not need’ M&A for growth
Shoppers cleared shelves of garden and outdoor products
Unseasonably warm weather led to lower than usual footfall on UK high street
The retailer’s shares are pricey but still good value
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