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ABF boosts stake in ready meal brand Cook

The grocery group increased its holding to over a quarter of Cook’s shares on 8 October, joining the Board as the company expands. Sales rose 13% to £120m for FY2024, with over 200 new staff hired and a 150-person logistics centre planned.

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