The FTSE 100 tobacco giant, which employs around 49,000 staff around the world, has confirmed plans to pursue 'productivity initiatives'.
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In a deal that stunned the City, the FTSE 100 giant said it had agreed to the acquisition that will create a 'global powerhouse' with £1.8trn of assets under management.
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The Birkin bag maker, whose fans include Maura Higgins (pictured), saw sales rise by 9.8% to £3.57bn over the last three months of 2025.
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