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Truworths: Prepare for the best

Published: 9th Dec 2024
Author: Tony Dickson - S&V Editor

Cape Town, W. Cape, SA – Truworths responded to our questions about trading as follows:

How successful was Black Friday for the group? – We are unable to comment on Black Friday trading as we have not provided an update to the market.

How confident is the group about Festive Season sales? – The reality is no one knows how festive trade will be this year. That said, we always plan our merchandise according to optimistic sales plans to ensure that we are positioned for sales demand. 

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