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American consumer confidence jumps in early March, University of Michigan says
US consumer sentiment improved by more than expected at the start of the month, led by improved expectations, the results of a very closely-followed survey revealed.
Johnson and Johnson 'confident' it can hit EU vaccine supply target for Q2
Johnson&Johnson is "confident" in its ability to meet its commitments to deliver 55. 0m doses to the European Union in the second quarter.
AstraZeneca reportedly cuts EU Q1 vaccine supply target to 30m
Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca cut its supply forecast of Covid-19 vaccine to the European Union in the first quarter to about 30m doses.
Novavax Covid-19 vaccine more effective than previously thought
The Covid-19 vaccine developed by Novavax demonstrated a higher efficacy than previously estimated against the mild, moderate and severe symptoms that the illness can bring on, final analysis of the late-stage trial conducted in the UK showed.
Burberry lifts annual guidance after strong sales rebound
Luxury goods brand Burberry on Friday lifted full-year guidance after reporting a “strong rebound” in trading since December.
UK GDP falls less-than-expected 2.9% in Jan; Exports to EU plunge
Britain’s economy contracted by a less-than-expected 2. 9% in January as the third national lockdown came into force, official data revealed on Friday, while exports to the EU plunged 40. 7% in the first month after the Brexit deal was signed.
JD Sports moves into Eastern Europe with MIG stake
JD Sports Fashion made its first foray into central and eastern Europe after buying a 60% stake in Poland’s Marketing Investment Group (MIG).