City snapshot: Cigarettes and alcohol behind surprise jump in inflation

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Rising alcohol and tobacco prices have contributed to an unexpected increase in the annual rate of inflation in December. Plus, Hotel Chocolat shareholders vote on Mars deal, Just Eat Takeaway and Wincanton issue trading updates and Gusbourne appoints a new boss

 

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