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Waitrose begins to suffer from credit crunch
Friday, 21 November 2008
 
Waitrose sales dropped by 4.6% last week, parent group John Lewis said, as the chain began to feel the impact of the credit crunch.

But head of selling and development Barry Matheson said the firm is in a good position to see success over the Christmas period.

He commented: "Our stores are now bustling, with a festive look, party food and gifts,...

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