Game
This coverage explores Game’s strategy, operations, and performance in the UK video game retail and entertainment market. Reporting highlights financial results, store developments, leadership changes, product and service initiatives, and market positioning. Designed for retail executives, category managers, and planners monitoring consumer demand, competitive trends, and innovation in gaming retail.
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Aug- 2018 -6 AugustHigh Street
Game and HMV report ‘impressive’ sales growth
Entertainment retailers HMV and Game have reported an increase in shares of physical entertainment sales for the 3 months to 1 July, despite the overall market declining by 11%. The latest data on the physical entertainment market from Kantar Worldpanel shows a return to growth for mint games, supported by…
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Jul- 2018 -18 JulyAdvice
Ten ways to outperform 2017’s Black Friday retail success
It may be a relatively recent entry in the UK retail calendar, but Black Friday looks set to take the country by storm this November. In 2017 spending was up 8% and transaction numbers a sizeable 32%. For retailers who get their strategy right, 2018 is an opportunity to generate…
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May- 2018 -10 MayDIY
Homebase receives bid from former Comet owner
Opcapita, the former owner of Comet has put in a bid of an undisclosed amount for Homebase according to Sky News. Homebase owners Wesfarmers are looking to sell the chain following their 2016 takeover and are offering a £100m dowry to any potential buyer. Homebase reported a $97m trading loss…
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Feb- 2018 -12 FebruaryEntertainment
Game to open ‘e-sport arenas’ within Sports Direct stores
Video game retailer Game has announced plans to open e-sports ‘gaming arenas’ and concessions within Sports Direct stores. The Belong brand is the group’s competitive gaming and e-sports scheme centred around physical ‘arenas’, bringing both casual and competitive gaming to communities nationwide in cities, town centres and major shopping centres.…
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Jan- 2018 -23 JanuaryElectrical
Mark Gifford resigns as Game’s CFO
Video game retailer Game has announced the resignation of its chief financial officer Mark Gifford. Gifford informed the board of his intention to leave so that he can focus on his other business and personal interests. An executive search has commenced to identify a suitable successor to his position. Commenting…
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12 JanuaryDepartment Stores
GAME reveals first sales growth in two years
Video game retail store Game has posted its first positive sales growth in over two years. The retail group provided a trading update ahead of its annual general meeting, revealing that gross transaction value (GTV) was up 5.2% over the Christmas trading period and up overall by 3.8% for the…
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