Board
This coverage highlights board-level developments shaping the UK retail industry, from executive appointments and leadership reshuffles to governance strategy and corporate direction. Retail Sector reports on boardroom changes across major retail brands, supermarkets, and e-commerce operators, analysing how leadership decisions influence company performance, culture, and market positioning. Coverage includes director appointments, succession planning, governance best practices, and strategic decision-making at the highest levels. For retail professionals, these insights illuminate how leadership dynamics drive operational change, investor confidence, and long-term growth across the sector.
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Dec- 2024 -23 DecemberClothing & Shoes
Boohoo offloads head office for £49.5m
Boohoo has completed the sale of its London office for a total of £49.5m. Located on Great Pulteney Street, Soho, the site was sold to Global Holdings UK Limited, an independent property fund. Boohoo said the move would help to “further strengthen the company’s balance sheet”. Part of the proceeds will…
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20 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-20/12/24
Retail sales in the UK edged up by 0.2% in November, falling short of analysts’ 0.5% forecast. The slight increase followed a 0.7% decline in October, with food sales rising for the first time in three months, up 0.5%, while non-food revenues rose by 0.2%. However, clothing sales fell sharply…
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20 DecemberNews
FCA approves N Brown’s £191m takeover
N Brown’s board of directors has confirmed that the FCA has given the go ahead for a £191m takeover deal that will see Joshua Alliance acquire the brand. As previously announced on 17 October, Alliance will pay 40p in cash for each N Brown share. The company already owns 6.6%…
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20 DecemberClothing & Shoes
Boohoo bans journalists from boardroom battle with Mike Ashley
Boohoo has reportedly blocked journalists from attending its boardroom showdown with Mike Ashley, following an ongoing battle over the fast-fashion company’s governance.According to The Telegraph, Boohoo told journalists that they will not be able to attend its annual general meeting today (20 December), where shareholders will vote on Frasers’ demands…
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19 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-19/12/24
Amazon is preparing to settle a significant group claim from delivery drivers over working conditions, potentially costing £140m. The case, brought by Leigh Day solicitors in 2021, argued that more than 3,000 drivers, classified as self-employed, were entitled to compensation of about £10,500 annually for unpaid earnings. Drivers claimed Amazon…
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19 DecemberClothing & Shoes
Birkenstock FY revenues rise 21% to €1.8bn
Birkenstock has reported that revenues rose by 21% to €1.8bn (£1.48bn) for the year to 30 September, slightly ahead of its previous guidance of 20%, due to continued “strong and growing” consumer demand for its products across the board. During the fourth quarter, Birkenstock’s revenues also rose 22% to €456m…
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19 DecemberNews
Burberry appoints Moncler exec as new board member
Burberry Group has announced the appointment of Stella King to the board as an independent non-executive director and member of the nomination committee, with effect from 1 April 2025. King is currently at Moncler which she joined thirteen years ago in 2011 as president, Asia Pacific. In 2022 she moved…
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18 DecemberClothing & Shoes
Frasers CEO nominated for Hugo Boss board position
Hugo Boss has confirmed that Frasers CEO Michael Murray has been nominated for election to its supervisory board. Murray has been nominated alongside Andreas Kurali, the former deputy CFO of US tobacco firm Philip Morris International. The two men will be set to replace Gaetano Marzotto and Robin J. Stalker,…
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17 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-17/12/24
Shein’s potential London IPO may challenge regulatory norms as the company reportedly seeks a waiver from the UK’s 10% public float requirement. If successful, it would mark a first for London’s stock market. Shein filed confidentially with the FCA in June but faces delays due to regulatory scrutiny, including concerns…
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17 DecemberNews
Boohoo head office sale halted after investor walks away
Boohoo’s head office sale has been halted due to an Israeli investor walking away from negotiations, according to The Telegraph. The prospective buyer, who was in talks to acquire the retailer’s Soho office for £60m, has pulled out due to concerns raised by a survey. The retailer purchased its six-story…
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