All Sports Direct articles – Page 18
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VideoThe Retail Week: Mike Ashley, Superdrug and Sainsbury's
The team discuss the biggest stories over the last seven days including Mike Ashley’s impact on the image of retail and results from this week.
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NewsWill Ashley’s power drinking cause a retail hangover?
Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley added to his roster of iconic quotes today when he told a High Court judge he is “a power drinker”.
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NewsSainsbury's numbers look tasty, but is Nisa a no go?
Argos was the jewel in Sainsbury’s crown during the Christmas period, raising questions as to the health of its core food division.
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OpinionOpinion: Retail’s image problem makes you sick
Puking in a fireplace, sleeping under the table during ‘boring’ meetings, mega boozing sessions…
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Mothercare, Sports Direct and more
Retail news round-up: Mothercare records surge in profits and sales; Sports Direct's Mike Ashley in legal battle; and Jigsaw gives £493,000 to workers.
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NewsSports Direct ups stakes in US sportswear businesses
Sports Direct has increased its investments in Umbro-owned Iconix Brand Group and doubled its stake in retailer Finish Line.
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NewsSports Direct increases stakes in US businesses
Sports Direct has upped its investments in Umbro-owner Iconix Brand Group and retailer Finish Line.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Tesco, Transline and more
Retail news round-up: Tesco faces further legal action over accounting scandal; Transline bought by Russell Taylor Group; and new etailer to launch in September.
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NewsSports Direct staff agency Transline nears rescue deal
Transline, the employment agency embroiled in Sports Direct’s warehouse scandal, is approaching a rescue deal with Assist Resourcing.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Dreams, Net-a-Porter and more
Retail news round-up: Dreams £400m takeover on the cards, Net-a-Porter appoints new global buying director, and Amazon customers get refund without returning items.
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NewsMike Ashley raises interest in Debenhams once more
Mike Ashley has raised his interest in Debenhams once again and now holds 17% of the department store group.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Sports Direct and Phase Eight
Retail news round-up: Sports Directs ups stake in Debenhams and Phase Eight appoints new online marketing boss.
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NewsRetailers slip down The Sunday Times Rich List
Retailers have tumbled down this year’s The Sunday Times Rich List as turbulent market conditions take a toll on personal fortunes.
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NewsSports Direct board member in shock departure
Sports Direct’s only female board member has resigned suddenly with immediate effect.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Sports Direct and Missguided
Retail news round-up: Sports Direct's only female director resigns and Missguided reveals boost in revenue.
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NewsSports Direct staff agency on brink of administration
Transline Group, which staffs Sports Direct’s largest warehouse – Shirebrook – has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators.
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NewsToday in retail: Mike Ashley’s quest to break America
Sports Direct’s confirmation that it’s set to acquire Eastern Outfitters is the opening chapter of an adventure that Mike Ashley is keen to embark on.
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NewsSports Direct snaps up US chain for market assault
Sports Direct has confirmed that it is set to acquire some assets of a US sports and outdoor retailer, giving it a springboard to enter the American market.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The rise of the multi-brand store
Retailers are under pressure to make maximum use of their real-estate portfolios and, as Ben Cooper reports, the multi-fascia store could be the answer.
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OpinionNick Bubb’s verdict: Will Debenhams' profits suffer?
Debenhams boss Sergio Bucher says the department store group has “a successful and profitable future”, but will the redesigned business be more or less profitable?