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MARKET REPORT: Countrywide shares soar 45% after rival Connells swoops

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Another day, another takeover. At least that’s how it feels on the London market at the moment after a string of swoops on both beleaguered and thriving firms. The latest target is estate agency Countrywide, which closed a whopping 41.4 per cent higher, or 60p, at 205p, after receiving an approach from rival Connells. Connells has … Read more

Soapwatch: CLAUDIA CONNELL’S ultimate insight into this week’s soaps

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Claudia Connell’s ultimate insight into this week’s soaps Nobody has given Todd Grimshaw a second thought in nearly three years. Now, suddenly, everyone is desperately concerned for his welfare – the reason being the character has been recast and is about to return to Weatherfield. It’s a fine example of how soap children go missing … Read more