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Tesco set for bigger profits after bumper Christmas sales

Source: PA Wire

Tesco has said it is on track for bigger-than-expected profits this year after record sales over the key Christmas period.

Bosses at the supermarket giant said its growth was boosted by investment to keep prices low, as it has sought to stop shoppers switching discount rivals Aldi and Lidl.

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