The Latest Breaking News from Sports Direct

UK retail giant makes hostile bid for Hype DC owner

The British company that owns Sports Direct is offering to buy Accent Group for $390 million, saying it has concerns about its management and chairman.

AAP · Jun 15

Hugo Boss shares jump as it ‘thoroughly examines’ Frasers’ takeover offer

Mike Ashley’s retail group has made near-€2bn bid for the German fashion house, in which it holds a 26% stake

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11

Sports Direct owner launches €2 billion takeover bid for Hugo Boss

The UK retail giant has a current market value of around £3.45 billion

The Independent UK · Jun 10

The best running shoes in the UK for every runner – tested on trails, marathons and roads

Whether you’re a beginner, an ultra-runner or a speed demon, our expert clocked up more than 50km in each trainer to find the perfect shoe, no matter your goal

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24

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T3 · Apr 13

After entering administration last month, Frasers Group-owned UK retailer Game is officially closing the rest of its standalone stores

Long-running UK retailer Game is officially closing the last of its standalone stores, after entering administration last month. It's also confirmed that managing director Nick Arran is exiting the company after nine years.

TechRadar · Feb 3

‘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 · Dec 4, 2025

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 · Dec 4, 2025

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 · Dec 4, 2025

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 · Nov 30, 2025