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‘Tough market conditions’ hit UK half-year retail sales at Frasers Group

Owner of Sports Direct chain says consumer confidence ‘very subdued’ with sales at sports division down 5.8%

The Guardian - UK

Frasers shrugs off retail woes as luxury brand returns to growth

Frasers pointed to ‘green shoots’ in the luxury market, which has weakened in recent years against a tougher climate for consumers.

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live 04 December: SSP and Future shares surge, £28bn energy plan to lift bills

Consumers are facing higher gas and electricity bills after Ofgem today approved £28 billion investment in Britain’s energy network.

Evening Standard

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Harrods warehouse staff underpaid by thousands of pounds after agency error

Pay mistake is latest setback to image of exclusive Qatar-owned London retailer after a series of crises

The Guardian - UK

Frasers to give glimpse into retail conditions after ‘challenging’ year

The retail group, which owns brands including Sports Direct and House of Fraser, will publish its half-year financial results on Thursday.

Evening Standard

‘Better than a bog-standard running shoe’: the best fitness tech and gadgets, according to experts

We asked coaches and athletes to reveal the gizmos they use to get more from every workout. From smart goggles to turbo trainers, here’s what they recommend

The Guardian - UK

Frasers lowers goal for new bonus plan after boss misses £100m payout target

The Sports Direct owner revealed proposals for a new five-year bonus scheme with a lowered share price target, from £15 to £12.

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Major UK PC retailer, Ebuyer, bought out of administration by notorious backer — PC component listings mostly nuked in favor of furniture, garish iPhone cases, and air fryers as Frasers Group takes the helm

Long-time PC and component retail website, Ebuyer, has been bought out by Frasers Group, which owns House of Fraser, Game, and Jack Wills, among other companies.

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The Guardian - UK

Frasers Group sales fall amid ‘challenging’ luxury market and retreat from gaming

Pre-tax profits fall 24% despite rise in Sports Direct sales, driven by closures of House of Fraser and Game stores

The Guardian - UK

Frasers ‘working hard’ to offset cost hit as sales improve

The Sports Direct owner reported a 2.8% rise in underlying pre-tax profits to £560.2 million for the year to April 27.

Evening Standard

Cocaine courier jailed after road crime officers seize £1m haul from car boot

Police footage shows an officer finding the drugs in two Sports Direct bags after pursuing David Sherratt’s car at speeds of up to 120mph.

Evening Standard

Man jailed in £1m cocaine bust after 120mph police chase

Police footage shows an officer finding the drugs in two Sports Direct bags after the high-speed pursuit

The Independent UK

Frasers pulls out of bidding for Revolution Beauty after mulling takeover

Frasers, the retail giant which owns Sports Direct and Flannels, said it ‘now confirms that it does not intend to make an offer’ to buy the business.

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The Guardian - UK

Sports Direct pricing practices ‘may be breaking the law’, Which? says

Consumer group makes claims of ‘some questionable and dodgy pricing tactics’ on retailer’s website

The Independent UK

Sports Direct ‘ripping off’ customers with misleading deals

Which? said it was tipped off about ‘suspicious’ RRPs by readers, and proceeded to look at the pricing of 160 popular products

The Independent UK

Sports Direct pricing could be misleading shoppers, Which? claims

Which? has reported Sports Direct to the competition watchdog following tip offs over the retail giant’s use of ‘Recommended Retail Prices’.

The Guardian - UK

Mother of autistic boy left with £10,000 debt after breaching DWP rules by £1.92 a week

Over five-year period Oksana Shahar – who cares for her son – was paid a small amount more than carer’s allowance earnings limits allow

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TV actress sues gym owner for £100,000 over mother's death in sauna

Milanka Brooks’ mother died from heatstroke in a gym sauna

The Independent UK

Black Mirror star sues Sports Direct gym after her mother dies from overheating in sauna

Milanka Brooks found success in in the multi-Emmy Award winning Black Mirror episode, USS Callister

The Guardian - UK

Boohoo to rebrand as Debenhams despite Frasers Group’s vote to block it

Shareholder meeting turned into latest episode in battle between fashion retailer and Mike Ashley’s retail empire

The Guardian - UK

What next for Mike Ashley’s patchwork retail empire?

The tycoon’s Frasers Group faces a tricky next chapter after decades of relentless deal-making

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Liverpool 'Champions 25' shirts released as they extend Premier League lead following 2-0 victory over Newcastle

Liverpool shirts to celebrate their potential Premier League title have been released

Evening Standard

Best rugby balls to buy 2025: options for every type of player

From advanced designs to durability, find the perfect ball for any condition and enhance your game

Evening Standard

Your guide to stylish but affordable ski outfits: Perfect Moment, Arc’teryx and Sports Direct

From £6 Perfect Moment rentals to the smart bargains from Zara and Sports Direct — Joe Bromley has your essential skiing (and après) style guide for any budget

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