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Profit increases to £1.5bn at Penney’s owner despite higher cost inflation

Group revenue at Associated British Foods increased 15 per cent to almost £20 billion for its 2023 financial year

Profit has increased at AB Foods, the owner of Penneys

Associated British Foods (AB Foods), the owner of Primark-Penneys, has reported “resilient” growth as it reported a modest increase in profits for its 2023 financial year.

The British food and retail giant, which is listed on the London stock exchange, reported a 5 per cent increase in adjusted operating profits to £1.5 billion for the 12 months to September 16.

Overall group revenue at AB Foods increased 15 per cent in to £19.7 billion as ...