Vision Express is an optical retailer with in the UK and internationally that provides services such as eye tests, and sells a variety of glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
Vision Express’ acquisition of Tesco’s opticians business has been flagged by competition watchdogs as one that could “lead to a worse deal for some customers.”
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Tesco has sold its opticians business to Vision Express as the grocer continues a drive to “simplify its business.”
Vision Express saw an 11% rise in full-year sales, but profits were dragged down by the cost of integrating newly-acquired businesses.
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