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  • John Lewis: Losses triple at retail giant’s property start-up

    Property

    Losses tripled at the property start-up owned by retail giant John Lewis during its latest financial year despite its income shooting up, it has been revealed. BTR (Operating) Limited has posted a pre-tax loss of £406,000 for the 12 months to 25 January, 2025, new accounts filed with Companies House show. The latest figure comes [...]

    John Lewis set up its build-to-rent arm in 2022. (Photo by Ker Robertson/Getty Images)
  • Estate agency Foxtons targets commuter towns in drive for growth

    Property

    London’s biggest estate agency, Foxtons, expects ever-rising demand for rental homes in and near the capital to help it double its profit in the medium term. The sales and lettings agency outlined plans to double its profit to £50m over the medium term by acquiring estate agents in commuter towns, integrating AI, and enhancing consumer loyalty. Chief [...]

    Up to one million additional homes will be required to accommodate growing rental demand by 2031

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