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Frasers Group launches new retail media network

Frasers Group has officially launched Elevate, a new retail media network powered by Frasers’ first-party data that helps brand partners connect with customers through highly personalised advertising. In line with Fraser’s vision of “building the planet’s most admired and compelling brand ecosystem”, Elevate is said to be designed to empower…

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Today’s news in brief-15/4/25

Halfords has appointed Henry Birch, former CEO of The Very Group, as its new chief executive, replacing Graham Stapleton, who steps down after seven years. Under Stapleton’s leadership, Halfords transformed from a cycling and motoring retailer into an omnichannel motoring services specialist, growing annual revenues from £1.1bn to £1.7bn. Birch,…

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Frasers to launch Sports Direct in Australia and New Zealand

Frasers Group has struck a long-term strategic retail agreement with Accent Group to launch and operate Sports Direct across Australia and New Zealand, as part of the group’s international growth plans.  Accent Group is a key retailer and distributor of premium lifestyle and sports footwear in Australasia, and has over…

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Is going private the next big trend in retail?

Walgreens Boots Alliance was acquired by the American private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a deal valued at up to $23.7bn (£18.3 billion). Around the same time, Pepco Group, owner of Poundland, received interest from potential buyers for its 825-store Poundland business in the UK. With major retailers opting for…

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Today’s news in brief-26/3/25

John Lewis is close to securing approval for its housing project in Reading, transforming a former customer collection facility into 215 homes, including 49% family-sized units and 10% affordable rentals. The development, featuring shared workspaces, a gym, and communal areas, is part of an £80m investment in rental housing. A…

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Frasers expands Sports Direct in Southeast Asia and India

Frasers Group has announced the expansion of its existing partnership with MAP Active to launch Sports Direct in five new markets across Southeast Asia and India.  The retailer will utilise MAP Active’s infrastructure, local expertise and distributed brands to position Sports Direct as the premier sports retailer in the region. …

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Today’s news in brief-26/2/25

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has warned that one in 10 part-time retail jobs, equating to up to 160,000 roles, could be at risk over the next three years due to rising employment costs. The BRC highlighted that part-time jobs are particularly vulnerable to changes in employer National Insurance Contributions…

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Sports Direct launches new membership scheme

Frasers Group has announced the launch of a new membership scheme for Sports Direct, with a benefit-based programme designed to “reward loyal customers with exclusive benefits, personalised offers and a seamless omnichannel experience”. The retailer said members will receive tailored rewards and offers, available both in-store and online at Sports Direct…

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Today’s news in brief-16/12/24

Isak Andic, founder of the global fashion retailer Mango, has died at the age of 71 following a tragic hiking accident in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona. Spanish media reported that Andic fell down a 150-metre ravine while exploring deep caves in the region. Born in Turkey and later settling…

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Sports Direct opens new 29,000sq ft store in Westfield White City

Frasers Group has opened its latest Sports Direct’s latest store in London’s Westfield White City Shopping Centre. Complementing Sports Direct’s first flagship, situated on London’s Oxford Street, the retailer’s new White City location aims to bring a “cutting-edge retail experience”. Spanning 29,000 sq. ft across two floors, Sports Direct White…

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