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John Lewis to launch YouTube chatshow to improve AI search results

Department store chain’s Gift List ‘vodcast’ will be hosted by TV presenter Angela Scanlon

The Guardian - UK

Mike Ashley’s Frasers eyes majority ownership of Hugo Boss

The Sports Direct owner said it had an objective to take its stake above 50% of the overall share capital and voting rights of the business.

Evening Standard

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group targets Hugo Boss takeover after Harvey Nichols deal

Aseries of recent stock acquisitions has enabled the Sports Direct owner to expand its overall holding in the luxury business

The Independent UK

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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

Man dies following major emergency response in Scottish city centre

A MAJOR emergency services response is under way in Edinburgh city centre, with shops evacuated and roads cordoned off.

The National (Scotland)

Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley tightens hold on Hugo Boss

Frasers Group increases stake in German fashion house to 48%, after buying Harvey Nichols chain last week

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Mike Ashley’s Frasers increases stake in Hugo Boss after plotting takeover bid

The move to buy more shares in Hugo Boss comes hot on the heels of Frasers’ acquisition of Harvey Nichols

The Independent UK

Frasers ups stake in Hugo Boss after bidding to buy entire brand

The retail giant behind Sports Direct and House of Fraser said it had increased its shareholding of the German fashion brand to nearly 48%.

Evening Standard

‘Strategic change and grasping nettles’: where now for John Lewis as boss exits?

Peter Ruis appeared ‘to be doing a good job in difficult circumstances’ at department store chain, says analyst

The Guardian - UK

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.

International Business Times UK

Luxury British department store bought by Sports Direct’s Mike Ashley

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The Independent UK

Harvey Nichols bought by Mike Ashley firm after going into administration

It comes after an auction process for Harvey Nichols which saw Frasers battle retail rival Next to take control of the brand

Evening Standard

Harvey Nichols purchased by Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley in rescue deal

Harvey Nichols warned in its latest accounts that it would need to ‘cease trading’ within a year if it failed to secure fresh funding

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Evening Standard

Harvey Nichols bought from administration by Mike Ashley’s Frasers

It comes after an auction process for Harvey Nichols which saw Frasers battle retail rival Next to take control of the brand.

The Guardian - UK

Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley buys Harvey Nichols

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

Evening Standard

Harrods swings back to profit after Al Fayed abuse compensation

The retailer’s previous loss was linked to tough trading conditions and £62.5 million of compensation payments to victims of its former owner.

The Guardian - UK

Harvey Nichols warns it could collapse without rescue deal, as bidders circle

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group is frontrunner to buy Knightsbridge-headquartered department store chain

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The Guardian - UK

Can Harvey Nichols find its way back to being Absolutely Fabulous again?

Mike Ashley says it’s in a ‘death spiral’ but a refocus on design could be what the department store needs

The Independent UK

An exclusive look at the first seven items in the Sephora advent calendar 2026

Sephora has given The Independent readers an exclusive first look at the calendar, plus information on its worth, product total and full-size tallyRead more: Best beauty advent calendars 2026

The Independent UK

The Harvey Nichols beauty advent calendar 2026 has been revealed, here’s what I know

Between the two calendars, Harvey Nichols is treating fans to products from La Mer, Matiere Premiere and moreRead more: Best beauty advent calendars 2026

Evening Standard

OPINION - Harvey Nicks needs saving, but Frasers? I’m absolutely flabbergasted

Throughout the 1990s, you couldn’t hear the words ‘fashion’ and ‘London’ without thinking of Harvey Nichols. Its future after being bought by Frasers feels distinctly uninspiring, writes Victoria Moss

The Conversation

Harvey Nichols may be for sale, but it will always be an important part of UK fashion history

Constantly namedropped in Absolutely Fabulous – one of the sharpest and funniest sitcoms of the 1990s – London’s most iconic fashion department store is up for sale following a significant downturn in business over the last five years.

Evening Standard

I've reviewed the best beauty advent calendars for 2026

’Tis the season for the biggest beauty brands to unveil advent calendars

The Independent UK

Frasers Group revenue soars from takeovers despite Sports Direct struggles

Frasers is continuing to seek growth through takeovers

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