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Sep- 2024 -9 September
Today’s news in brief-9/9/24
Asos has declined a £215m bid for Topshop from Shein and Authentic Brands Group, choosing instead to proceed with a…
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9 September
Gymshark appoints new chief people officer
Gymshark has announced the appointment of Sian Keane to the role of chief people officer. Keane is the latest in…
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9 September
Asos rejected £215m Shein Topshop bid for lower offer
Asos reportedly declined a £215m bid for Topshop from Shein and Authentic Brands Group, in favour of its joint venture…
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9 September
LVMH names Sarah Burton as Givenchy creative director
Givenchy has announced the appointment of Sarah Burton as creative director, with immediate effect. Burton will be responsible for the…
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9 September
Auréa completes Body Shop rescue deal
Auréa, the growth capital firm co-founded by Mike Jatania and Paul Raphaël, has completed its acquisition of The Body Shop.…
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9 September
The Cotswold Company sales hit £40m in H1
The Cotswold Company, a premium handcrafted furniture and homeware brand, has announced a strong sales growth of 15% to £40.1m…
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9 September
Aldi announces record £800m investment amid highest ever sales
Aldi has unveiled its largest ever annual investment plan, with a new £800m package that is set to further its…
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6 September
Today’s news in brief-6/9/24
Burberry, a fixture in the FTSE 100 for the past 15 years, has been demoted to the FTSE 250 following…
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6 September
La Redoute appoints new CEO
La Redoute has announced the appointment of Fabien Versavau as chief executive officer, effective from 9 September. In his new…
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6 September
New Body Shop owner lines up working capital amid rescue deal
The new owners of The Body Shop are in advanced talks to secure more than £30m in working capital from…
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