
UK Businesses Warn of Iran War Impact on Operations and Customers
Sainsbury's and WH Smith are among the latest UK firms to warn that the ongoing conflict in Iran will negatively impact their customers and business operations.
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Sainsbury's and WH Smith are among the latest UK firms to warn that the ongoing conflict in Iran will negatively impact their customers and business operations.
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UK supermarket chain Sainsbury's has warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict, echoing concerns from Tesco, could negatively impact its profits and customers this year. The company's shares were affected by the announcement.

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UK grocery giant Sainsbury's is undergoing a head office restructure, primarily impacting its technology and data division, which will put approximately 300 jobs at risk.

Sainsbury's shares are near a 12-year high after increasing its grocery market share, and the company will discuss the impact of the Iran war on its operations.

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