Boots see sound sales growth in Q4

Pharmacy chain Boots said that like-for-like sales fourth quarter sales increased 4.6%, the seventh consecutive quarter of growth, and that it plans to invest £390m (€582.7) in its chemist stores this year and next year.

Growth drivers included strong sales of cosmetics and fragrance, especially around Valentine's Day. Food sales rose after the re-launch of its Shapers range.