All Sports, leisure & outdoors articles – Page 81
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NewsRepublic future in jeopardy as landlords shun Mike Ashley's rent demands
The future of Republic is in jeopardy after owner Mike Ashley failed to secure enough support from landlords for his new rent proposals, Retail Week has learned.
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NewsEvans Cycles launches Sir Chris Hoy bike range
Evans Cycles has unveiled its range of bikes designed by Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy, which it is confident will bolster the growing retailer’s proposition in the challenging economy.
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NewsJD Sports to step up overseas expansion with Dutch debut
JD Sports is to step up its international expansion with the opening of 10 stores in the Netherlands over the next five months.
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NewsRepublic's future in doubt as landlords remain divided over lease demands
The future of Republic is in doubt as landlords remain divided on whether to accept new lease terms on its 114 stores.
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AnalysisGlobal sportswear market battle: Sports Direct vs Decathlon
Sports Direct snapping up stakes in two European retailers brings it closer to its aim of toppling Decathlon as the global sports leader.
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NewsHalfords unveils £100m investment plan after profits slump
Cycle and car parts specialist Halfords has posted a 24.5% slump in pre-tax profits to £71m as chief executive Matt Davies unveils his £100m investment plan.
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NewsSnow+Rock full year profits remain flat despite price pressure
Outdoor retailer Snow+Rock sales jumped 8% to £71m in its last year as profits remained flat in the face of intense pricing pressure in the sector.
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Foot Locker to acquire German athletic retailer Runners Point
Foot Locker is to acquire German athletic retailer Runners Point for e72m (£60.8m).Runners Point operates Sidestep and eponymous stores, as well as online subsidiary Tredex.The deal is subject to review by German competition authorities.Its stores are predominantly in Germany, although the retailer also has outlets in the Netherlands, Austria and ...
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NewsSports Direct launches sports news website to win new customers
Sports Direct has launched a sports news website dedicated to breaking exclusive stories in a bid to connect with new customers.
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NewsSports Direct threatens Republic store closures unless landlords agree new terms
Sports Direct is threatening to close Republic stores by the end of June unless 75% of landlords agree to new terms.
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NewsSports Direct profits soar due to 'resilient business model'
Sports Direct retail gross profit soared 22.7% to £104.8m in the nine weeks to March 31 as its business model proved resilient, according to chief executive Dave Forsey.
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JD Sports Fashion: What the analysts say
JD Sports Fashion’s profits were hit by losses from outdoor retailer Blacks, which it acquired last year, however the City seems positive about its the long term prospects.
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NewsJD Sports profits slump 18.3% as Blacks racks up losses
JD Sports Fashion’s pre-tax profit plunged 18.3% to £55.1m in its last financial year as losses from its Blacks acquisition hit the group.
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InterviewQ&A: Halfords chief executive Matt Davies on the fourth quarter update
Car part and cycle specialist Halfords today posted a “robust” fourth quarter performance. Chief executive Matt Davies speaks to Retail Week.
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NewsCold weather helps Halfords deliver 'robust' fourth quarter
Halfords delivered a “robust performance” in its fourth quarter as the cold weather boosted car maintenance sales but impacted cycle sales.
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French sports retailer Oxylane’s Decathlon to enter Austria
French sports retailer Oxylane’s Decathlon could buy Austrian retailer Sport Eybl to enter the country, according to reports in local trade magazine Format.The retailer has 52 Sport Eybl and Sport Experts stores in Austria, and is reportedly up for sale.
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AnalysisSites: Direct-golf Vs Golfonline
Jim Brigden, chief commercial officer at iProspect, shares his view of good and bad sites.
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NewsAmerican Golf EBITDA slips as it plots expansion and ladieswear push
Golfing specialist American Golf EBITDA dipped to below £7.5m last year as plots its aggressive expansion and ladieswear push.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Asian retailers on the rise in pursuit of growth
Homegrown retailers are expanding rapidly in many Asian countries. We highlight 10 companies to watch as they extend their reach.
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NewsCovent Garden signs LVMH brand Sandro and Adidas collaboration Y-3
Two clothing brands have signed to London’s Covent Garden as the shopping district continues to transform its retail offer.