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Co-op back in the black as food like-for-likes rise

The Co-op returned to profit in 2017 on the back of strong food sales and the growth of its wholesale business.

AO World full-year sales spark as margins improve

AO World said sales and margins improved in its last full year, driven by strong trading at its fledgling European business and reduced advertising spend.

Sainsbury’s bid speculation boosts Mothercare

Reports that Sainsbury’s considered swooping on Mothercare has boosted the struggling babywear specialist’s share price.

The Retail Week: Is gender pay gap data meaningful?

This week saw the deadline for companies submitting their gender pay gaps to the government. We discuss whether the data is meaningful, and what it means for retailers.