Reebok
This coverage examines Reebok’s strategic repositioning and performance within the UK sportswear and retail market. Reporting highlights its transition under Authentic Brands Group ownership, the launch of premium lines like Reebok LTD, marketing campaigns targeting younger demographics, financial performance, and leadership developments — offering insights for retail executives, brand managers, and professionals navigating sportswear, brand revitalisation, and multichannel retail strategies.
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Jul- 2025 -28 JulyLuxury Goods
LVMH in talks to sell Marc Jacobs for around $1bn
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is reportedly in talks to sell fashion label Marc Jacobs, in a deal that could be worth around $1bn (£744.7m), according to the Wall Street Journal. The outlet said the French luxury group has held discussions with several interested parties, including Reebok’s owner Authentic, Bluestar…
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Feb- 2025 -17 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-17/2/25
Marks & Spencer has reinforced its international operations with three senior hires to drive its global growth strategy. Manish Kapoor, formerly of Pepe Jeans, joins as Managing Director for M&S India, while Victoria Jones, ex-Clarks executive, steps into the role of International Commercial Director. Richard Davies, previously Head of Category…
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17 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Superdry extends Australian licensing partnership with Brand Collective
Superdry has announced a 12-year extension of its licensing partnership in Australia with fashion and lifestyle retailer Brand Collective, in a multi-million-dollar deal. According to the partnership, Brand Collective has exclusive rights to the Superdry brand in Australia. The partnership comes at a time when both companies are aiming to…
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Oct- 2024 -15 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Footasylum appoints CCO and senior buying director
Footasylum has announced the appointments of Will Van Rensburg as chief commercial officer and Glen Wilkinson as senior buying director. Van Rensburg joined Footasylum in September and brings a wealth of experience from key leadership roles at prominent retailers, including Clarks Ltd, Under Armour, PVH, and Aldi. In his position…
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1 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Authentic Brands acquires Champion in $1.2bn deal
Authentic Brands Group has announced that it has finalised the acquisition of athleticwear brand Champion in a $1.2bn (£899m) deal. As the second-largest brand acquisition in Authentic’s history behind that of Reebok, Champion generates nearly $3bn (£2.2bn) in global retail sales annually. Authentic is set to expand Champion’s global presence…
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Aug- 2024 -19 AugustClothing & Shoes
Ted Baker to shutter remaining stores, 500 jobs at risk
The remaining 31 Ted Baker stores will permanently shutter this week, putting more than 500 jobs at risk. According to Sky News, the closures come as talks over a licensing partnership between Frasers Group and Ted Baker’s owner, Authentic Brands Group (ABG), stalled. Ted Baker has already shuttered 15 stores across…
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Jun- 2024 -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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4 JuneClothing & Shoes
WIT Fitness to relaunch with founders amid Frasers partnership
WIT Fitness is set to relaunch with its original founders, having been acquired by Frasers Group in January 2024.Following the acquisition, founders Sam Kitching and Daniel Williams will lead WIT in partnership with Frasers Group. Frasers said the return of the founders will “help restore the WIT brand and reconnect…
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Mar- 2024 -11 MarchNews
Matalan unveils five new senior leadership appointments
Matalan, the fashion and homeware omnichannel value retailer, has announced the appointment of five new leaders as it continues its business transformation. The retailer has appointed a new director of online, David Seeby, to drive forward its e-commerce offer, harnessing new technology to build a best-in-class omnichannel experience for Matalan’s…
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Dec- 2023 -18 DecemberNews
Today’s news in brief-18/12/23
Farfetch is reportedly in advanced talks with a private equity-backed buyer for a last-minute rescue deal. The deal, if successful, would involve taking Farfetch off the stock market in a take-private transaction and would result in the company receiving $500m (£394m) in emergency funding. Talks are ongoing, and while Farfetch…
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