Caprabo to make an offer for Madrid-based Alfaro?

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Caprabo, a Catalan retailer, is considering making a firm offer for Establecimientos Alfaro which has 11 small outlets in Madrid. Alfaro has a high level of debt and small turnover and its outlets are considerably smaller than Caprabo's average size of 2-3000 square metres. Caprabo has recently acquired an outlet in Barcelona, operated by the Mantequerias Leonasas chain.

Establecimientos Alfaro S.A.

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Systeme U looking for partner to help drive future growth

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System U of France, a retailer, is seeking a partner to help it compete with larger rivals including Leclerc, Carrefour, and Intermarche. Negotiations for a partnership with Docks de France were brought to an end, when Docks was taken over by Auchan. Other possibilities could include Leclerc, and family-owned or quoted groups, such as Promodes and Casino.

Systeme U. Centrale Nationale

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Docks de France finally accepts improved Auchan offer

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Docks de France of France, a retailer, has accepted an improved takeover offer from Auchan, a rival chain. Docks had hoped that Tesco of the UK would be a likely candidate to save it from the hostile bid. Docks de France will remain a separate unit within the Auchan group, and Auchan has provided a written guarantee of legal and operational autonomy.

Auchan S.A., Docks de France

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