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National Insurance increase will force retailers to raise prices, survey shows

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A survey of CFOs (chief financial officers) at 52 leading retailers has revealed significant concern about trading conditions over the next 12 months. Sentiment languished at a concerning -57 with 70% of respondents “pessimistic” or “very pessimistic” about trading conditions over the coming 12 months,…

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