Struggling fashion chain makes small profit of £100,000 but remains up for sale
French Connection blamed a tough retail backdrop for a slump in sales last year but said it had managed to keep open a handful of stores previously earmarked for closure after some landlords were becoming more flexible on onerous lease terms.
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