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Here's why the Tesco share price is falling today (May 20)

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Tesco shares fell more than 2% to 443p, their lowest level since February 4 and 10.85% below this year's peak, after the UK government pushed retailers to cap price increases amid the Iran war. The move highlights margin pressure and policy risk for UK grocers, though some losses were pared later in the session. The article is more about sentiment and price action than a fundamental earnings update.

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Tesco shares fell more than 2% to 443p, their lowest level since February 4 and 10.85% below this year's peak, after the UK government pushed retailers to cap price increases amid the Iran war. The move highlights margin pressure and policy risk for UK grocers, though some losses were pared later in the session. The article is more about sentiment and price action than a fundamental earnings update.

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