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‘Penchant for bling’: can Sports Direct’s Mike Ashley take a bigger slice of luxury retail?

Frasers billionaire bought Harvey Nichols and increased Hugo Boss stake despite tough times for high-end stores

The Guardian - UK

Can Mike Ashley make Harvey Nichols absolutely fabulous again?

It’s an unlikely union — but the Sports Direct tycoon could be the right man to turn the fading icon around, writes Chris Blackhurst

Evening Standard

Harvey Nichols Saved by Sports Direct Owner Mike Ashley After Luxury Retailer Warned It Could Run Out of Cash

Frasers Group has acquired Harvey Nichols, saving over 1,000 jobs. The deal includes UK stores and international franchises, with plans for significant restructuring to revitalise the luxury retailer.

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Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley buys Harvey Nichols

Frasers Group acquires majority of upmarket retailer’s sites from the administrators

The Guardian - UK

Hugo Boss shares jump as it ‘thoroughly examines’ Frasers’ takeover offer

Mike Ashley’s retail group has made near-€2bn bid for the German fashion house, in which it holds a 26% stake

The Guardian - UK

Polka dots have had a major refresh for summer 2026 – shop the best pieces now

From high end to high street, these are the pieces to elevate your summer wardrobe

Evening Standard

Frasers shrugs off retail woes as luxury brand returns to growth

Frasers pointed to ‘green shoots’ in the luxury market, which has weakened in recent years against a tougher climate for consumers.

Evening Standard

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Shoppers urged to share a smile for retail workers after surge in abuse

Research by the Retail Trust revealed that 77% of shop staff have experienced intimidating behaviour in the last year

Evening Standard

This £39 fragrance box rivals £100+ perfume advents, with scents from Creed and Kilian

Full price bottles from the brands exceed £200

The Independent UK

Frasers Group sales fall amid ‘challenging’ luxury market and retreat from gaming

Pre-tax profits fall 24% despite rise in Sports Direct sales, driven by closures of House of Fraser and Game stores

The Guardian - UK

Frasers pulls out of bidding for Revolution Beauty after mulling takeover

Frasers, the retail giant which owns Sports Direct and Flannels, said it ‘now confirms that it does not intend to make an offer’ to buy the business.

Evening Standard

Major Retailer Closing Its Store In A UK Shopping Centre As More People Shop Online, Other Branches Also Closing

Tessuti has closed its doors at Sheffield's Meadowhall Shopping Centre, reflecting a broader trend of store closures and retail restructuring across the UK.

International Business Times UK

Boohoo to rebrand as Debenhams despite Frasers Group’s vote to block it

Shareholder meeting turned into latest episode in battle between fashion retailer and Mike Ashley’s retail empire

The Guardian - UK

What next for Mike Ashley’s patchwork retail empire?

The tycoon’s Frasers Group faces a tricky next chapter after decades of relentless deal-making

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The Independent UK

The best hats to rock this summer

The sun is out! Here is the best headwear to celebrate summer – even if you’re not a hat person…

The Guardian - UK

How town centres are recovering from the fall of Debenhams

Former Debenhams stores across the UK are being reinvented, with a dizzying array of new uses – but only a third of the sites are now occupied by retailers

International Business Times UK

Which UK High Street Shops Will Close In 2024?

With some companies closing to prioritise expansion elsewhere and others shutting their stores due to bankruptcy, the UK can expect to see a mass increase of empty store-fronts.

The Guardian - UK

Frasers Group warns of ‘softening’ in global luxury market as sales fall

Cost of living crisis partly responsible but total sales at Mike Ashley’s company rise

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The Guardian - UK

‘Met Gala for the Beyhive’: Beyoncé fans dress up for London film premiere

Release of singer’s Renaissance tour film follows trend to encourage all-out effort for mass cinema trips

Evening Standard

How to get the full Beyoncé Renaissance tour merch experience in London

Relive and rewear the full Beyoncé Renaissance tour experience with Flannels' exclusive merch collection

The Guardian - UK

House of Fraser owner could close more big shops as department store model ‘broken’

Group says pre-tax profits almost doubled to £660m as Sports Direct improved margins

Leeds Live

Horror at Leeds Flannels store as armed gang terrify staff in daylight robbery

West Yorkshire Police have launched an investigation

Liverpool Echo

Fashion retailer CRICKET to still move into former Flannels' unit in Liverpool ONE

The move was due to take place in early 2023 but the ECHO understands the plans will still take place

Manchester Evening News

Blackpool's new department store is set to open this year

Frasers will replace the old Debenhams and sell beauty, fashion, home, premium, contemporary accessories, and childrenswear

The Guardian - UK

Rise of the tourdrobe: how Beyoncé’s gigs are the new designer catwalk

Fans aren’t just going to the tour to listen to the music, they’re also going for the outfits

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