US-based retailing company Supervalu has announced plans to sell its Save-A-Lot business to an affiliate of private equity firm Onex Corporation for $1.36bn.

"The deal also includes a five-year professional services agreement, under which Supervalu will provide back office services to Save-A-Lot."

The deal also includes a five-year professional services agreement, under which Supervalu will provide back office services to Save-A-Lot.

The sale is expected to help Supervalu improve its balance sheet and strategically invest in other businesses.

US-based fashion retailer J Jill has announced the signing of a long-term renewal agreement with Alliance Data Systems' card services business.

A provider of data-driven marketing and loyalty solutions, Alliance Data Systems will provide credit and marketing services for J Jill's credit card programme through the agreement.