Debenhams still returning cash to shareholders despite tough conditions

Department store group Debenhams surged on Thursday after the company reported resilient results and said it would be continuing its share buy-back programme for the next 12 months amidst 'challenging' conditions for the British consumer.

Department store group Debenhams surged on Thursday after the company reported resilient results and said it would be continuing its share buy-back programme for the next 12 months amidst 'challenging' conditions for the British consumer.

Shares were up 6.06% at 115.6p in mid-morning trade.

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