News-In-Brief
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Mar- 2025 -21 March
Today’s news in brief-21/3/25
In The Style has been rescued from administration through a pre-pack sale to Alps Sourcing Limited, saving 87 jobs. The…
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20 March
Today’s news in brief-20/3/25
The UK retail sector has faced significant challenges over the past five years, with a quarter of a million jobs…
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18 March
Today’s news in brief-18/3/25
Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection in the US for the second time, following a previous filing in 2019.…
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17 March
Today’s news in brief-17/3/25
Fenwick, the family-owned retailer, is facing significant financial challenges, with pre-tax losses widening to £38.1m in the year to January…
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14 March
Today’s news in brief-14/3/25
Shein, the fast-fashion giant, has confirmed its plans to go public, targeting a listing on the London Stock Exchange. Executive…
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13 March
Today’s news in brief-13/3/25
John Lewis Partnership has announced that its staff will not receive a bonus for the third consecutive year, despite tripling…
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12 March
Today’s news in brief-12/3/25
Inditex, the parent company of Zara, reported a strong financial performance for FY24, with sales rising by 10.5% to €38.6bn…
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11 March
Today’s news in brief-11/3/25
Boohoo has rebranded as Debenhams Group following its acquisition of the high street department store in 2021, which it relaunched…
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10 March
Today’s news in brief-10/3/25
WH Smith is nearing a decision on the sale of its high street business, with two bidders, Alteri Investors and…
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7 March
Today’s news in brief-7/3/25
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has agreed to be acquired by private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a deal worth £23.7bn.…
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