Authentic Brands Group
This coverage examines Authentic Brands Group’s role and strategy within the UK retail landscape. Reporting highlights brand acquisitions and licensing deals, retail partnerships, product relaunches, marketing initiatives, and leadership updates — all analysed for their influence on brand portfolios, wholesale and retail operations, and market positioning. The content is designed for retail brand managers, licensing executives, and professionals overseeing multi-brand growth strategies.
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Aug- 2024 -5 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief-5/8/24
Authentic Brands Group has announced strategic partnerships to bolster Ted Baker’s presence in the US and Canada. United Legwear & Apparel Co. will oversee men’s sportswear, golf, and denim, managing wholesale operations and online platforms. Peerless Clothing will focus on tailored clothing, while BCI Brands will handle women’s sportswear and…
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5 AugustClothing & Shoes
Authentic names new Ted Baker licensing partners
Authentic Brands Group has announced that it has established three foundational licensing partners for Ted Baker, securing the future of the brand in the US and Canada. The new lineup includes the United Legwear and Apparel Co. (ULAC), BCI Brands and Peerless Clothing. United Legwear and Apparel Co. will design…
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Jul- 2024 -29 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief-29/7/24
Ted Baker is reportedly considering closing all its UK stores within weeks. After entering administration earlier this year, the fashion retailer has already shut 15 stores, resulting in job losses. The brand, now owned by Authentic Brands Group (ABG), is seeking a partner to manage its UK and Europe operations.…
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29 JulyClothing & Shoes
Ted Baker plans to shut all UK stores within weeks
Embattled retailer Ted Baker is considering shutting all of its stores within the next few weeks, according to reports first revealed by The Sun newspaper. Ted Baker has already shuttered 15 stores across the UK, resulting in the loss of 245 jobs, after the business behind the brand, No Ordinary…
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Jun- 2024 -6 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief-6/6/24
Andrew Fisher, a long-serving director at Marks & Spencer (M&S), is resigning following the company’s hiring of Alison Dolan, CFO of Rightmove. Fisher, who has been chairman of Rightmove since 2020, felt blindsided by M&S’s decision, learning of it late in the recruitment process. He has been with M&S since…
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6 JuneClothing & Shoes
Authentic Brands Group to acquire Champion
Authentic Brands Group, a global brand development, marketing, and entertainment platform, has signed a binding agreement to purchase the Champion Athleticwear brand and business from HanesBrands. According to Authentic, the “strategic” move demonstrates its commitment to expanding its portfolio of sports, lifestyle, entertainment and media brands and will increase its…
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May- 2024 -28 MayClothing & Shoes
Ted Baker lender expressed ‘concern’ over administrators
Ted Baker’s largest lender, Secure Trust Bank, has fallen out with its administrators over an alleged conflict of interest, according to reports from The Times. The bank attempted to replace Teneo as it is owned by the same private equity firm that owns a stake in Ted Baker owner Authentic…
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24 MayNews
Today’s news in brief-24/5/24
In April, retail sales volumes dropped by 2.3% following a 0.2% decline in March, primarily due to ongoing wet weather, as reported by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Non-food stores experienced a significant 4.1% fall, equalling the largest drop since January 2021, with clothing, sports equipment, and furniture retailers…
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24 MayClothing & Shoes
Ted Baker shuts down US stores and website
Ted Baker has reportedly shut down its North American-based stores and website after falling into administration. It is believed that 31 of its US stores and nine of its Canada-based stores are set to close, and both areas can no longer shop on the brand’s website. On 19 March, restructuring…
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9 MayNews
Frasers Group closes in on Ted Baker deal
Frasers Group is reportedly closing in on a deal to become the new partner of struggling retailer Ted Baker, Sky News has revealed. Reports said the group is set to be named as the preferred partner for Ted Baker following the collapse of its existing UK licensing partner No Ordinary…
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