Frasers Group
This coverage explores Frasers Group’s business strategy, acquisitions, and performance within the UK retail sector. Reporting focuses on store portfolio developments, financial results, brand management, leadership decisions, and expansion across sports, fashion, and lifestyle retail. Tailored for industry professionals, it offers analysis of commercial moves and competitive positioning relevant to executives overseeing multi-brand and omnichannel operations.
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Apr- 2022 -25 AprilClothing & Shoes
JD Sports tipped as potential Missguided suitor
JD Sports has reportedly been tipped as a potential suitor to acquire online retailer Missguided after it appointed advisors to seek a buyer last week. According to This is Money, while muted to be at “a very early stage”, bosses at the sportswear retailer are said to be discussing a…
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8 AprilNews
Frasers boosts shares in Hugo Boss
Frasers Group has announced it has recently increased its investment in Hugo Boss AG, and now has 1.5m shares of common stock, representing 2.1% of Hugo Boss’s total share capital. It said this investment reflects its “belief” in the Hugo Boss brand, strategy and management team. Frasers Group said it…
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Mar- 2022 -8 MarchClothing & Shoes
Frasers Group unveils new Flannels store in Preston
Frasers Group plc has announced it has opened the doors to its latest Flannels store in Preston, following its investment in new locations throughout the UK. The new store is situated in Deepdale Shopping Park, and the 15,000 square foot site will house a selection of men’s, women’s and junior…
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Feb- 2022 -25 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Frasers Group acquires Studio Retail
Frasers Group has announced that it has acquired digital retailer, Studio Retail Limited and certain other assets of Studio Retail Group, following news the retailer fell into administration. It follows yesterday’s news that it formally appointed Teneo as administrations to handle its collapse, according to The Times. Its request for…
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8 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Frasers Group to open new Sports Direct flagship in Manchester
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has unveiled plans to open a 50,000sq. ft Sports Direct flagship in Manchester city centre, as part of the group’s strategic flagship roll out. The store will open in The Arndale shopping centre in late 2022 and will house Sports Direct, USC, Evans Cycles and Game…
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Jan- 2022 -13 JanuaryClothing & Shoes
Frasers Group to expand FLANNELS with Ireland openings
Frasers Group has announced that three new Flannels stores are set to open across the Republic of Ireland, marking the first flagship to open outside of the UK. The store openings will take place in Dublin, Cork and Blanchardstown, with the Dublin site set to be the next flagship in…
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Dec- 2021 -20 DecemberHigh Street
Mike Ashley to consider taking Frasers private
Mike Ashely is reportedly considering taking Frasers Group off of the stock market in a bid to take advantage of its recent period of strong growth. According to The Telegraph, its recent performance combined with an intensive share buyback scheme has prompted speculation of delisting. It is thought that the…
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13 DecemberDepartment Stores
Frasers Group launches £70m share buyback
Frasers Group has announced that it intends to launch a new share buyback scheme for a purchase price “no greater” than £70m. The buyback programme is set to begin today (13 December) and end “up to and including” the last trading day prior to its financial year end on 24…
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9 DecemberHigh Street
Frasers Group profits soar 75% in H1
Frasers Group has seen its pre-tax profit rocket 75% to £186m in its latest half-year results, largely driven by a strong reopening performance of stores post-lockdown and a continued growth in its online business. The group also cited ongoing operating efficiencies and the FY21 comparative period being hit by lockdowns…
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3 DecemberHigh Street
Frasers Group secures £930m in funding
Frasers Group has announced that it has entered into a new term loan and revolving credit facility with its banks, which replaces its existing facility of £913.5m. It revealed the new facility, which is valid for three years (with 2 one year extension options for a total tenor of up…
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