All Mergers & acquisitions articles
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AnalysisHas Asda’s turnaround finally turned a corner?
Asda is back in positive sales growth for the first time in two years. Does that mean the retailer is finally turning a corner in Allan Leighton’s turnaround plan?
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NewsHotel Chocolat slips to loss as production and employment costs soar
Chocolate specialist Hotel Chocolat slipped into the red in 2025 as it battled soaring cocoa and employment costs, while it also invested in its factory and supply chains.
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NewsFrasers calls for resignation of Accent Group chair as takeover bid drags on
Frasers Group chief financial officer Chris Wootton has issued a letter to Australian retailer Accent Group chair Lawrence Myers, calling on him to resign following the publication of the brand’s FY26 results.
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NewsTGJones owner Modella ‘sounded out’ about Poundland deal
The owner of TGJones, investor Modella Capital, is among the parties potentially interested in buying Poundland.
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NewsPoundland overstated sales by £60m before it was sold for £1
Numerous balance sheet errors were revealed during a review of Poundland during its acquisition by Gordon Brothers last year.
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NewsFrasers to pay off former Harvey Nichols owner’s debt to stylists
Frasers Group has shared it is making goodwill payments to personal shoppers and stylists who were owed money by Harvey Nichols under its previous ownership.
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Opinion‘Poundland should go for more than £1 this time around’
A back-to-basics turnaround looks as if it’s paying off for Poundland, believes George MacDonald
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NewsRadley website and remaining stores to close this month
British handbag-maker Radley’s ecommerce website and stores are all set to close this month following its acquisition out of administration by Gordon Brothers in May, Retail Week understands.
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NewsLandsec close to £500m deal for Gateshead Metrocentre - reports
Landsec is close to a deal for what was once Europe’s largest shopping centre, but may need to go to shareholders to find funding, The Times has reported.
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NewsPoundland owner weighs up sale a year after takeover
Poundland owner Gordon Brothers is understood to be considering a sale of the discount chain just over a year after taking it over.
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NewsFrasers raises stake in Hugo Boss to 47%
Frasers Group has increased its stake in Hugo Boss to more than 47%, falling short of taking control of the German fashion brand.
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AnalysisCan Harvey Nichols prove its worth to Frasers?
Harvey Nichols was once London’s glitzy department store, but now it’s facing an uncertain future as new owner Frasers Group warns there are “tough choices” to be made.
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NewsHarvey Nichols acquired by Frasers Group
Frasers Group has scooped up luxury department store retailer Harvey Nichols in a pre-pack deal that preserves over 1,000 jobs.
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NewsFrasers acquisition of Harvey Nichols imminent
Tycoon Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group is poised to buy the famous department store group Harvey Nichols as early as today.
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NewsFrasers leads Harvey Nichols takeover race
Frasers Group has emerged as the frontrunner to secure a takeover of struggling luxury department store group Harvey Nichols.
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NewsJoseph owner explores potential sale of the business
The owner of premium fashion brand Joseph has called in advisers to explore a potential sale of the business.
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NewsMike Ashley casts doubt over Harvey Nichols’ prospects
Mike Ashley has raised concerns over the future of Harvey Nichols, stating it is in a “death spiral”, despite his retail empire being in the running to acquire it.
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Opinion‘The ‘laminated book of dreams’ may be long gone, but Argos retains a place in shoppers’ hearts’
A dedicated ownership team, strong heritage and sound sales base stand Argos in good stead as it prepares for a new chapter independent of Sainsbury’s, believes George MacDonald
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NewsBoots deal in doubt as offer price cut
A potential £7bn sale of health and beauty giant Boots is at risk after the Weston family lashed out at the amount it was willing to pay.
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NewsSainsbury’s sells Argos for £120m
Sainsbury’s has confirmed the sale of Argos for £120m as the grocery giant doubles down on its core food business.