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Today’s news in brief-14/4/25

Currys CEO Alex Baldock has warned of a potential influx of Chinese products into UK and European markets, driven by…

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Hilco closes in on Lakeland deal

Family-owned homeware retailer Lakeland is close to being acquired by high-street investment firm Hilco Capital, according to reports from Sky…

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Lakeland becomes latest bid target for Modella Capital

Homewares retailer Lakeland has become the latest takeover target of retail investor firm Modella Capital, Sky News has revealed.  The…

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WH Smith completes refinancing amid plans to sell high street arm 

WH Smith has successfully completed a refinancing, which includes its first US Private Placement (USPP) as well as a new…

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Two bidders remain in running for WH Smith high street arm

Only two firms reportedly remain in the running to acquire WH Smith’s high street business, with a possible decision coming…

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Today’s news in brief-7/3/25

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has agreed to be acquired by private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a deal worth £23.7bn.…

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HMV halts UK expansion amid rising wage costs

HMV has halted its UK expansion in anticipation of the rising wage costs due to commence next month, and will…

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Today’s news in brief-4/2/25

Shein’s planned £50bn London IPO is under threat due to potential US tariff reforms and ongoing allegations of forced labor…

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HMV appoints new commercial director and head of marketing

HMV has appointed David Athey to the new role of commercial director and Kate Longbottom as the new head of…

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Today’s news in brief-28/1/25

HMV owner Doug Putman is reportedly exploring a bid for WH Smith’s high street arm after the retailer announced plans…

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