All Mergers & acquisitions articles – Page 103
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OpinionThe best retailers are thriving in tough times
George MacDonald has written for Retail Week for more than 10 years, covering various sectors. He is a frequent TV and radio commentator on retail trends and issues.
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OpinionPrimark is a step ahead
Nicola Harrison has worked on the news desk at Retail Week for three years, covering property, furniture, DIY, and entertainment.
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NewsMore Bonmarché stores rescued from closure
Sun European, new owners of rescued fashion chain Bonmarché, has confirmed an additional 30 stores will remain open, taking the total number of stores to 255.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill eyes a further 75 closed Peacocks stores
More stores could be saved by the new owner of Peacocks, as Edinburgh Woollen Mill seeks to reopen 75 more stores that were closed last week.
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AnalysisIceland: Success in a cold climate
Malcolm Walker is close to winning control of Iceland, the business he founded. He tells Alex Lawson he is as committed as ever to the frozen food retailer.
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NewsSales uplift at Ann Summers after La Senza hit the buffers
The lingerie retailer enjoys a sales hike and launches ‘tongue in cheek’ ad campaign
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NewsPeacocks sold to Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Peacocks has been sold to Edinburgh Woollen Mill, which has acquired 388 stores and concessions, out of administration.
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NewsPast Times disappears from high street as all shops closed
Past Times no longer has a bricks and mortar presence after all its 97 stores closed after it filed for administration in January.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill re-enters bidding race for Peacocks
Edinburgh Woollen Mill re-entered talks to buy Peacocks over the weekend, it is understood.
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NewsFlying Brands to sell gifts business to Interflora
Home shopping group Flying Brands is to sell its gifts division to Interflora.
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NewsIn focus: Pets at Home
It is a time of change at the pet specialist as the long-serving chief executive steps down.
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OpinionSports Direct in pole position
Nicola Harrison has worked on the news desk at Retail Week for three years, covering property, furniture, DIY, and entertainment.
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NewsAurum to revamp ‘jewel in crown’ as suitors circle
Plans drawn up for ‘fresh and dynamic’ Mappin & Webb following strong year.
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NewsIdeal Shopping snaps up etailer CreateToday
Ideal Shopping Direct has snapped up crafting etailer CreateToday.
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NewsA-Wear bought out of receivership
Irish fashion retailer A-Wear has been bought by investment group Jesta after it was placed into receivership by Hilco.
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NewsWalker poised to secure control of Iceland
Iceland boss Malcolm Walker looks certain to retain control of the frozen food chain he founded after striking an agreement late last night with Icelandic stakeholders to enter exclusive deal negotiations.
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NewsAurora to sell stake in premium Bastyan brand
Fashion group Aurora is to sell its stake in Bastyan as the womenswear label looks to wholesale for growth.
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NewsConcern for Peacocks grows as one bidder remains
Concern is growing for up to 9,000 Peacocks jobs as only one bidder remains in the race to buy the collapsed value retailer.
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AnalysisCrisis disposals: When emergency surgery is needed
HMV and Game are selling parts of their business to preserve the core. Nicola Harrison reports on crisis disposals.