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Grainger nears German withdrawal after agreeing portfolio sale
Residential landlord Grainger has agreed to offload the majority of its remaining German properties for a cut-price €53m (£42. 4m) as it looks to focus solely on the UK private sector.
Finance chief Read retiring from SEGRO
SEGRO’s group finance director Justin Read announced his intention to retire on Wednesday, having served in the position since August 2011.
China's exports surge in March
China’s yuan-denominated exports rose 18. 7% in March compared to the same month a year ago, marking their biggest increase in over a year, according to customs data.
Halfords FY sales driven up as dash cams prove popular
Car parts-to-bikes retailer Halfords said full year revenues rose 1. 7%, driven by a strong final quarter where sales rose 3. 2%.
WH Smith reports best high street performance 'in years'
WH Smith reported a jump in earnings on Wednesday, with profit across the FTSE 250 retailer improving in the six months to 29 February.
London pre-open: Stocks seen higher after China trade data
London stocks were set for a positive open on Wednesday, taking their cue from an upbeat session in Asia after encouraging Chinese trade data.
Fresnillo Q1 gold production rises; on track to meet FY targets
Mexican miner Fresnillo said first quarter gold production was up 26. 3% to 230,000 against the same period last year and up 6. 5% when compared with the fourth quarter of 2015, adding that it was on track to meet 2016 production targets.
Tesco back in the black, Fresnillo gold production surges
London open The FTSE 100 is expected to open 60 points higher on Wednesday, extending its gains from the previous session.