Sir Jon Thompson: Ex-FRC and HS2 boss among ‘new high-calibre directors’ at Frasers February 26, 2024 The appointments come as Frasers has been embarking on a series of acquisitions and share purchases, with the most recent being Hornby last week.
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group significantly ups stake in model trains maker Hornby February 23, 2024 Mike Ashley's retail empire Frasers Group has significantly increased its stake in model railways manufacturer Hornby.
Luxury kitchen brand Harvey Jones in last-ditch rescue talks as administration looms February 21, 2024 Luxury kitchen company Harvey Jones is having “advanced and encouraging” talks over a possible rescue deal as it bids to avoid collapsing into administration.
Currys: Could Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group enter bidding war? February 19, 2024 Electricals retailer Currys hit the headlines over the weekend after it emerged it could become the latest big name to leave the London Stock Exchange in a huge take-private deal.
Abu-Dhabi backed RedBird IMI makes £1bn swoop on another London media company, All3Media February 16, 2024 Investment fund RedBird IMI is set to snap up British TV and film production company All3Media just months after pouncing on the Telegraph.
Belvoir Group’s £110m merger sets completion date after shareholder approval February 15, 2024 A £110m merger between The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) and Belvoir Group is to complete next month.
AO saves more than 70 jobs at mobile phone retailer which entered administration February 15, 2024 AO has saved more than 70 jobs after acquiring certain assets from a mobile phone retailer in administration.
Shift: The Yodel deal orchestrator backed by Sir Andy Murray and the Duke of Norfolk February 13, 2024 All you need to know about Yodel's new owner which is backed by Sir Andy Murray and the Duke of Norfolk.
How widening losses at delivery tech platform Sorted led to £66.73 rescue deal February 12, 2024 Losses neared £30m at delivery tech platform Sorted ahead of it being bought just £66.73 in a reverse takeover deal, it has been revealed.
Runescape developer Jagex acquired by private equity backer of Six Nations CVC in deal worth £910m February 9, 2024 RuneScape developer Jagex has been acquired by the private equity backer of Six Nations Rugby, CVC from Carlyle Group for £910m. Jagex, which launched in 2000, is primarily known for Runescape and Old School Runescape and is headquartered in Cambridge with around 700 employees. Throughout its more than 20-year history, RuneScape has drawn over 300m [...]