Darren Cousins

It’s been two weeks since EP Group announced its offer for the Royal Mail owner International Distributions Services plc. The IDS share is still trading at an above 10% discount to the 370 pence per share offer, reflecting some doubt as to whether the deal will get over the line. Another indicator of market confidence is the number of hedge funds that have declared stakes in a target company. Our 8.3 tracker shows that so far only 2 hedge funds have bought stakes of over 1% in IDS, spending a combined £71 million. Compare that with the £898 million spent by the 19 hedge funds that are currently invested in DS Smith. #manda #mergersandacquisitions #londonstockexchange #hedgefunds #mergerarb

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Lately, it seems like customer service has taken a nosedive. From endless hold times on phone calls to generic, unhelpful email responses, many businesses appear to have forgotten the core of good service: putting the customer first. Whether it’s failing to meet deadlines, dodging accountability, or simply treating customers as inconveniences, the frustration is all to real. At R4nk1n, we refuse to let standards slip. We pride ourselves on efficiency, professionalism, and going the extra mile to ensure our customers feel valued. Need quick assistance? Our team is ready to respond promptly, not leave you waiting for days. Got a question? You’ll get a knowledgeable, straightforward answer, not a runaround. We know that great customer service isn’t just a bonus—it’s the foundation of trust and loyalty. While others maybe cutting corners, we’re doubling down on doing things the right way. Because at R4nk1n, you’re not just a customer—you’re part of what keeps us thriving, and we’re here to prove it every step of the way. www.R4nk1n.co.uk For Breakdowns / Service and Maintenance get in touch today!  ☎️ 0330 043 1804 ✉️ [email protected]    #service #maintenance #preservingfood #serviceandmaintenance #refrigeration #sales #temperature #refrigerator #breakdowns #commercialrefrigeration #refrigerationequipment #Staffordshire #WestMidlands #EastMidlands #Shropshire #Telford #Wrekin #Stafford #StokeonTrent #Stone #Cannock #Crewe #Derby #Birmingham #Wolverhampton #Coventry #Cheshire

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At British Gas Business, our experts are here to support you with your energy efficiency whether you are trying to reduce energy costs or position yourself as an environmentally friendly business progressing their Net Zero Goals. Here are some tips and advice on how restaurants can increase their energy efficiency, find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ehAHJ--m #EnergyEfficiency #RestaurantSavings

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🌍 Ready for Recycling Legislation 31st March 2025? 🌍 My role as Head of Commercial New Business means I'm talking to prospective new clients daily, and there's one subject that I hear the same response, in that everyone seems to be aware the waste legislation change on the 31st March 2025, but I've not heard many people say they are underway with surveys or placing initial orders. From a supply chain perspective, we can now predict that demand will be super high from The New Year to Q2, however currently there is a window where manufacturers are stock piling and the demand is low therefore we currently have the resource to support with evaluations and surveys, plus there will be likely incentives for early orders pre Christmas. If you are not aware of the major change for all businesses, please see some information here; on this link, as this guide is one of the best you'll find in the marketplace. If you're not a client already reach out to me and I'll happily allocate my teams resource to support. #wastelegislation #recycling #31stmarch2025 https://lnkd.in/eeYAHzWj

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As an accredited JICMail Platinum Partner, we utilise JICMail to provide our clients with meaningful insights for their marketing campaigns. Get in touch to find out how we can help you ---> [email protected] #JICMail #data#doordrops #directmail #insight #customerdata #profiling #marketinginsights #mailmetrics #advertisingmail

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Don't forget that the "Introduction to Cleaning Sales" training course takes place on the 19th and 20th November in Milton Keynes. To book your place log on to https://lnkd.in/eJDQbUQP #CleaningServices #Salesprocess #Confidence #Motivation #businessdevelopment #FM #Salestraining

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We're delighted to be featured in Transport & Logistics Magazine! It's a great piece on our 10 year anniversary and our journey over the past decade, with interesting insights from our MD Nikki Redhead. #keepitcool #coldchainlogistics #coldchainsolutions #haulage #transportindustry #samedayservice #logistics #supplychain

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❌🚻 Clogged toilets and unavailable washrooms in your business premises are costly, unpleasant and unnecessary disruptions for you, your staff and your customers. At Avanti, we help businesses avoid these issues through smarter paper choices – so they can help support our sewers and seas this Unblocktober and beyond. We offer eco-friendly hygiene solutions like single sheet-fed toilet paper for your washrooms. It reduces paper usage and keeps facilities and drains running smoothly – so you don’t have to fork out for a plumber quite as often. Make the smart switch this #Unblocktober and reduce your maintenance costs while supporting sustainability. ♻️ Discover more: https://loom.ly/HTDd8Ko #Unblocktober #Ecofriendly #Sustainability #Washrooms #Toilets #Paper #Waste

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What a great idea, and for a government who are very keen on the green initiative it will be interesting to see how this develops. https://lnkd.in/eFfh7h9t

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Stock management snags are more than just a hiccup—they can cost your business dearly 📉 At ERIKS UK & Ireland we're spotlighting seven key pitfalls that every company should avoid. From excess stock headaches to the perils of understocking, learn how to refine your inventory strategies and watch your bottom line skyrocket 🚀 Check out our infographic for all 7 Inventory downfalls you should be looking out for and master your inventory management today Find out more about ERIKS OnSite Solutions ➡️ https://ow.ly/7tA650R9mOX #InventoryManagement #OperationalSuccess #BusinessGrowth #ERIKSUK #OnSiteSolutions

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📈 Kingfisher Q1 Results: Resilient Performance 📈 Kingfisher plc has released its Q1 Trading Results for the period ending 30 April 2024, highlighting resilient performance in challenging times. 📌 Key Points: Q1 Sales: £3.3bn; total sales +0.3% (constant currency) UK & Ireland: Gains at B&Q and Screwfix with strong e-commerce and TradePoint sales France: Sales in line with expectations Poland: Improved sales trend 📌 Category Highlights: Core: Resilient (LFL -0.3%) Big-ticket: Weak as expected (LFL -6.3%) Seasonal: Resilient (LFL +1.9%) 📌 Strategic Moves: New Screwfix stores in France and the UK E-commerce sales up 12.7% Strong growth at B&Q's e-commerce marketplace TradePoint LFL sales up 8.5% Kingfisher remains focused on strategic priorities and confirms full-year guidance for FY 24/25. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eHwMjx8P #Q1Results #DIY #Retail #news #Ecommerce #Business #Growth #Sustainability

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Biffa customers can get a 20% discount off their first year's subscription to Zellar - a smart sustainability platform that makes it easy for businesses to calculate and understand their emissions and to build an achievable plan to lower them

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The latest promos hot off the press for Hitachi Cooling & Heating UK & Ireland - perfect timing for the bottle opener keyring with the Euros and Wimbledon underway! 🍻 If you want to add some branded merchandise to your sales and marketing toolkit, get in touch! 📩 #marketing #smallbusinessmarketing

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Breweries, don't let maintenance and repair tasks slow you down. Simplify your facility management with Mainteno CAFM software. Our platform makes it easy to track and manage tasks across all your locations. Book a demo today. #Mainteno #brewerymanagement #facilitiesmanagement #Ukbusinessowner #UKBusinesses

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Harlech Foodservice Ltd Secures £1.5m Education Contract 🏫 Harlech Foodservice Ltd has just achieved a significant milestone by securing a £1.5m contract to supply schools in Gwynedd. This win follows their strategic move towards public sector contracts in health and education and caps off an impressive growth period, with turnover surging from £32m to £50m in just three years. Their new depot in Carmarthen further supports this expansion and highlights the power of adaptability and strategic focus in the food service industry. For wholesalers, pivoting and seizing new opportunities, like public sector contracts, is crucial for long-term success. At Oporteo, we understand the need for agility and provide digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency, making managing diverse customer bases and complex supply chains easier. Discover more about Harlech Foodservice Ltd's remarkable achievement and its impact on the education sector by clicking below. #oporteo #digitaltransformation #wholesaling #publicsectorcontracts #ecommercesolutions #growthstrategy #education #wholesale

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