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Wednesday, May 6, 2015

FTSE 100 edges higher as Imperial jumps but Sainsbury suffers

Investors push market higher but still uncertain over Greek woes and UK election outcomeWith leading shares attempting a revival, Imperial Tobacco has regained ground lost on Tuesday.The maker of Gauloises and Lambert & Butler cigarettes reported a 5% decline in underlying first half underlying tobacco sales, but said it was on track to meet its targets for this year. Overall revenues fell 4% to £12.1bn, as consumers continue to cut back on smoking for health and budget reasons. Continue reading...


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