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Amazon Q2 Earnings Beat Expectations Despite Tariff Uncertainty, Stock Dips on Q3 Outlook

Amazon's Q2 earnings exceeded expectations with $18.16 billion profit and $167.7 billion revenue, driven by AWS's 17.5% growth, but the stock dropped due to lower Q3 operating income projections; the company is investing heavily in AI and delivery expansion.

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Next profits surge amid M&S cyberattack

Next raised its profit forecast by £25 million to over £1.1 billion, largely due to increased sales driven by a cyberattack that crippled its rival Marks & Spencer's operations, leading to a shift in customer traffic.

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JD.com Acquires Stake in MediaMarktSaturn Parent Company

JD.com is acquiring a 31.7% stake in Ceconomy, owner of MediaMarkt and Saturn, for €2.2 billion, marking a significant Chinese investment in European retail and potentially signaling a broader shift in global economic relations, with the deal expected to close in early 2026.

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JD.com Invests €4.4 Billion in Ceconomy, Expanding its European Footprint

JD.com is making a €4.4 billion offer to acquire Ceconomy, the parent company of MediaMarkt and Saturn, gaining a significant stake and aiming to expand its European market presence; the deal includes agreements with major Ceconomy shareholders and promises to maintain jobs and locations.

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El Corte Inglés's International Revenue Up 5% in 2024, Driven by UAE Growth

El Corte Inglés's 2024 international revenue increased by 5% to €1.274 billion, primarily due to a 50% surge in UAE sales (€220.2 million excluding intragroup transactions) driven by its travel agency, while growth in the EU was limited to 0.5%.

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NatWest's Soaring Profits Amidst Tax Scrutiny and Fintech Competition

NatWest's first-half operating profits surged to £3.6 billion, exceeding last year's figures and fueling plans for acquisitions, while also facing potential government tax scrutiny and competition from fintechs.

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europe.chinadaily.com.cn
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JD.com to Acquire Ceconomy for €2.2 Billion, Expanding European Presence

JD.com is acquiring German electronics retailer Ceconomy AG for €2.2 billion, gaining access to MediaMarkt and Saturn's 1,000 stores and 50,000 employees across Europe, expanding its European presence following previous investments in the Netherlands, France, and the UK.

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Hudson's Bay Sells Leases Amidst Legal Battles

Hudson's Bay Co. secured court approval to sell six leases for over $5 million, but faces opposition to a larger $69.1 million deal with Weihong Liu for 25 leases, amid its bankruptcy proceedings; the situation highlights disputes between Hudson's Bay, its creditors, and landlords.

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UK Retailers Warn of Price Hikes Amidst Planned Tax Increases

Facing high inflation and potential tax increases, Britain's retail sector warns of further price hikes, job losses, and store closures, with 85% of retailers already raising prices and 88% citing taxes as a top concern, threatening household incomes and the economy.

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UK Food Inflation to Hit 6%, Sparking Budgetary Concerns

UK food inflation is expected to hit 6% by year-end, impacting household budgets; the British Retail Consortium blames a £7 billion tax increase and global factors, warning of further price rises if taxes are increased again.

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Claire's France Enters Receivership Amidst Declining Sales

Claire's French subsidiary, employing 800 people across 250 stores, entered receivership on July 24th, 2024, due to declining sales despite recent profitability, facing competition from low-cost Asian online retailers; a six-month observation period will determine its future.

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China's International Consumption Centers Show Significant Growth

China's five designated international consumption centers—Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Tianjin, and Chongqing—have seen remarkable success, with tax refund sales accounting for 70 percent of the national total, driven by improved services and a surge in inbound tourism, particularly a 38.5 percent ...

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