AB Foods says Primark sales slide as bad weather hits shopper numbers
Primark's like-for-like sales went into reverse in the second half of its financial year, today's update from parent company Associated British Foods PLC revealed, with sugar profits also lower than expected but a £100 million share buyback to help sugar the pill. LFL sales fell 0.5% in the half year to 14 September, while total revenues were up 4% thanks to new store openings.
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Associated British Foods is a diversified conglomerate and operates in multiple sectors, ensuring a stable revenue stream and reducing dependency on any single market. Recent earnings show strong profit growth, particularly in the grocery and sugar divisions, with a positive outlook for the future. The company's solid balance sheet, share buyback program, and discounted valuation make it a compelling investment opportunity with a buy rating.
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AB Foods owner the Westons trim stake after buyback
Associated British Foods owner Wittington Investments has sold a chunk of its shares in the Primark group to keep its stake at around the 56% level. Wittington is the vehicle of the Weston family, which has controlled AB Foods for generations.
