All HMV articles – Page 13
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News
HMV lenders move to stop Apollo buying retailer's debt
Lenders to HMV intend to stop attempts by Apollo Global Management to buy the entertainment group’s debt, which would effectively give it control of the company.
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HMV suppliers face £150m liability if retailer collapses
Suppliers to HMV face a potential liability of £150m if the embattled retailer collapses in the new year.
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Analysis
Analysis: How can HMV heal its trading wounds?
Following HMV’s warning on covenants last week, Retail Week takes a look at seven areas the retailer needs to focus on to survive.
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Analysis
Analysis: Who is Apollo Global Management?
Investment specialist Apollo Global Management acquired 10% of HMV’s debt from Allied Irish Banks last week which some are predicting could signal intention of a takeover. Retail Week takes a look at the company.
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Opinion
Nick Bubb's Verdict: 7 days to save HMV's world?
Thanks to the support from its suppliers, HMV has much better stock levels and promotions than a year ago, so operationally the business is in good shape, but will consumers cooperate?
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HMV eyed by Apollo Global Management
Struggling entertainment retailer HMV is being eyed for a takeover by Apollo Global Management, one of the world’s largest investment groups.
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'HMV still has a place on the high street', insists chief executive Trevor Moore
HMV’s new boss Trevor Moore has insisted there is a demand for a high street entertainment retailer despite HMV warning that it may breach its banking covenant at the end of January.
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Analysis
Analysis: HMV set for a difficult new year
HMV today revealed in its first half update that a less than bumper Christmas trading period so far will make it “probable” that it will breach its banking covenants in January and April.
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HMV warns over covenants despite narrowing first-half losses
HMV has warned it might breach its banking covenants despite narrowing losses and improved like-for-like sales in the first half.
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HMV sells Mama Group as it edges closer to disposal of HMV Live
Struggling entertainment retailer HMV has sold its live music business Mama Group for a net cash consideration of £7.3m.
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Analysis
International analysis: Fnac tie-up with iTunes would be sign of the times
French entertainment retailer Fnac is to stop offering MP3 music downloads through its Fnac.com website and will instead sell via Apple’s iTunes platform, it has been reported.
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HMV pops up in Harrow
The first pop-ups aiming to capitalise on the Christmas rush have been opened by the entertainment retailer.
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Opinion
Comment: Comet - Who will be left standing?
Reports today make it clear that Comet is about to enter administration, making it the 29th high street retailer to do so since the start of the year.
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News
Sainsbury's grabs entertainment share from rivals
Sainsbury’s has taken market share from Tesco, Asda, Game and HMV in entertainment after investing in the category.
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Opinion
Comment: Investors care about profit, not tattoos
For many retail leaders it is an article of faith to demonstrate that they hold their store staff in high esteem, and results presentations typically pay tribute to the efforts made on the shopfloor.
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Opinion
Comment: The legalities of HMV's dresscode controversy
Music stores like HMV have long been considered bastions of individuality, staffed by individuals who are encouraged to show their distinct personalities.
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News
HMV criticised over tattoo ban
Staff at entertainment retailer HMV are up in arms after a new policy bans them from displaying tattoos and having long hair.
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HMV bans tattoos and long hair as staff told to smarten up
Entertainment specialist HMV has banned its staff from displaying garish tattoos and long hair.
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HMV launches online marketplace
HMV has launched an online marketplace selling third-party products as it looks to hit back at arch-rival Amazon.
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Opinion
Nick Bubb's Verdict: HMV expects Christmas sales pick-up. Is this credible?
The new senior management team at HMV have only been in place for a couple of weeks, but already they are blaming poor recent trading on “a lack of new releases”…and predicting a strong pick-up at Christmas. Is this credible?