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The global Internet of Things (IoT) Analytics market is poised for significant expansion, according to a new study by AMA Research. The report, titled "Global IoT Analytics Market Insights, Forecast to 2030," provides a comprehensive analysis of the market's size, trends, and future prospects. The research
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Advance Auto Parts has offloaded its wholesale operation, Worldpac, to funds managed by the Carlyle Group for £1.2 billion. The deal, announced on Thursday, is expected to be finalised by the end of the year. The sale allows Advance to refocus its efforts on its core retail business,
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The global NFC payments market is experiencing a surge in popularity, driven by technological advancements and a growing preference for contactless transactions. A new report from Advance Market Analytics, "Global NFC Payments Market Insights, to 2030," explores the factors shaping this dynamic sector. The report highlights the increasing
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Evertonâs ex-chief executive, Keith Wyness, has dismissed the recent share purchase in Manchester United by Ariel Investments as a mere "stock market play," downplaying its significance for the club. Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider's Inside Track podcast, the 66-year-old, who served as
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Frasers Group, the retail giant, is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire the Fremlin Walk shopping centre in Maidstone from current owners, M&G Real Estate. According to reports from *The Times*, the proposed deal would see Frasers Group take ownership of the 350,000 square foot retail space,
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The maker of Mike Lynch's ill-fated superyacht has claimed the vessel was "absolutely stable" and should never have sunk, blaming the crew for a "monumental error." The 183-foot vessel, named the Bayesian, capsized in stormy conditions near Palermo, Italy, in the early hours of
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Frasers Group has taken a significant step in its digital strategy, relaunching the House of Fraser website and app as "Frasers". This move allows customers to seamlessly shop from all the company's brands, including Sports Direct, Game, and Sofa.com, from a single platform. The new
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Foot Locker has taken a significant step in its ongoing store revamp strategy with the reopening of its iconic 34th Street flagship in New York City. The athletics retailer has dubbed the store opening "a pivotal milestone" in its fleet transformation, highlighting a new "Home Court"
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Italian authorities have recovered a fifth body from the wreckage of the *Bayesian*, a luxury yacht that sank in a storm earlier this week, claiming the life of British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch. The 184-foot vessel, flying the British flag, sank early on Monday, leading to the tragic loss of
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Colchester residents are set to welcome a brand-new Home Bargains tomorrow morning, with the *Gazette granted exclusive access to the store before its 8am opening. The colossal new branch, located at Lightship Way, boasts a sprawling 36,000 square foot space, offering a vast array of products to shoppers. The
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A revitalised Grade II listed building, Leah's Yard, opens its doors in Sheffield today, offering a vibrant mix of independent businesses and becoming a key element in the city's ongoing regeneration. The newly-restored Leah's Yard, situated on Cambridge Street, provides a contemporary space for
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The electric scooter market, already valued at £24.1 billion in 2022, is set to accelerate, reaching £56.4 billion by 2031, according to a new forecast from Skyquest Technology. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9% over the forecast period. The surge in