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That plant has been mothballed awaiting new contracts, amid uncertainty over the finances and viability of its owner.

A recent survey by personal finance website NerdWallet found that more than 2 in 5 Americans said they would almost always opt for a retailer that offers free shipping over one that doesn’t.

Instead, he built the company into the vast global business it is today - and retained control of its finances and creativity.

Although bond yields have been rising globally, there have also been market concerns about UK government finances.

Manufacturing remains the key to productivity growth, packs a far higher multiplier effect on local economies than retail, trade or finance and generally pays far higher wages.