Frasers Group Profit Soars 39% on Takeover Spree
Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct and Flannels, reported a 39% profit surge to £528m, driven by acquisitions and strategic investments despite a challenging retail environment.
Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct and Flannels, reported a 39% profit surge to £528m, driven by acquisitions and strategic investments despite a challenging retail environment.
FirstCash has increased its bid for Ramsdens to about £232m, a 49% premium, following shareholder talks. Ramsdens also boosted profit expectations amid high gold prices and strong loan demand.
Kai Wagner is set to leave Birmingham City after six months to rejoin Philadelphia Union, leaving manager Chris Davies with a significant tactical problem at left-back.
A Birmingham man has won £15 million on the National Lottery, making him the city's newest multi-millionaire. The winning ticket was purchased at a local newsagent.
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RecommendedAston Villa have agreed a £35m deal to sign Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes, with the Brazilian leaving Wolves' training camp to complete the move to Unai Emery's side.
Finsbury Income and Growth fund is set to increase its stake in Games Workshop using proceeds from Schroders and Intertek buyouts and increased debt.
A major West Midlands project has secured an £8 million funding boost, with the investment aimed at driving economic growth and creating jobs across the region.
Nearly six years after an explosion killed four workers, the HSE is prosecuting Wessex Water under health and safety laws, overturning an earlier decision not to pursue corporate manslaughter charges.
The UK Government has taken British Steel into public ownership to protect steelmaking at Scunthorpe, with former Chinese owner Jingye seeking compensation.
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RecommendedThe UK economy grew 0.1% in May, driven by a 0.3% expansion in services, offsetting declines in manufacturing and production amid the Iran conflict.
Banks and building societies have overtaken retail in the UKCSI for the first time, with Nationwide Building Society ranking as the top brand for customer service with a score of 87.3.
Dunelm's Helsinki Reclining Garden Lounger, usually £35, is available for just £11.08 for one day only through a TopCashback deal involving a £21 sign-up bonus.
A major project to transform a deprived part of Solihull is set to receive £8m funding from WMCA, enabling a new community, health and retail centre, six homes, and a vicarage.
Bristol-based consultancy Squarcle has secured a multimillion-pound investment from Phoenix Equity Partners to grow its workforce, scale technology, and expand internationally, while also leasing additional office space in Queen Square.
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RecommendedAfternoon tea lovers can get a two-person package for as little as £4.50 each with a 24-hour cashback deal from TopCashback and Virgin Experience Days.
A Stoke-on-Trent couple won £1 million in the Lotto Guaranteed Millionaire Raffle on 4 July 2026, allowing them to retire early and renovate their home.
ETFuels selects Port of Immingham for Project King's Road, a sustainable aviation fuel refinery creating 500 construction jobs and 50 permanent roles, boosting the Humber region.
Euronext Paris has approved the transfer of Xyrma's shares from the Cyprus Stock Exchange, marking a major step in the company's international expansion.
e.l.f. Cosmetics launches a driving lesson giveaway offering learner drivers up to £300 off lessons, celebrating National Driving Week.
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RecommendedThe Artemis Home Vibrant Folding Set is reduced from £199.99 to £117 at Yimbly with code SUMMER10, offering an £82 saving across seven colours for small outdoor spaces.
Nationwide's FlexStudent account returns with £100 cash, £120 Just Eat vouchers, and overdrafts up to £3k. Open from 15 July 2026.
This chicken fajita recipe takes just 25 minutes total, packed with protein and veggies. Serves four with tortillas and Tex-Mex sides. Easy weeknight meal.
Wowcher offers refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 for £89, saving over £330 off the original £420 price, with 18-hour battery and health tracking.
Barratt Redrow calls on PM-to-be Andy Burnham to cut taxes and red tape, warning current constraints limit housing delivery and affordable home construction across the UK.
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RecommendedDevonport dockyard receives £7.1bn for upgrades as part of £26bn MoD plan to modernise three UK naval bases, securing jobs and nuclear deterrent capabilities.
Sainsbury's £8 meal deal offers parents a budget-friendly solution during the six-week summer break, providing a main, side, and drink for one low price.
East Yorkshire's MM Band Services, luxury tour bus provider for global music stars, acquired by Netherlands-based Pieter Smit Group for undisclosed sum, expanding fleet and UK presence.
McArthurGlen West Midlands reminds shoppers of Digbeth Dining Club street food market every Thursday-Sunday, with new vendors weekly. This weekend's lineup confirmed.
A new Virgin Experience Days deal offers afternoon tea for two at £40, but with TopCashback's 30% cashback and £21 sign-up bonus, it's as low as £9 total—just £4.50 per person—for one day only.
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RecommendedAston Villa have sold striker Lewis Dobbin to Southampton for £9 million plus add-ons, after a successful loan spell at Preston North End where he scored 10 goals.