Wholesaler Booker has said that its recent acquisition Budgens and Londis saw a strong performance in the fourth quarter, boosting overall sales for the group.

In the 12 weeks to March 25th, total group sales increased by 5% year-on-year to £5bn. However, excluding Budgens and Londis, Booker’s like-for-like sales in its cash and carry arm fell by 2.5%.

Booker bought the Budgens and Londis business in September from Musgrave Retail Partners.

Charles Wilson, Booker chief executive, said: "Overall, 2015/16 was a good year.  Customer satisfaction scores were strong, sales and profits were the best we have ever achieved.  We made good progress on the integration of Londis and Budgens. We continue to improve choice, prices and service to our customers.  Booker Group remains on track to focus, drive and broaden the business."