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Leicester’s Watches of Switzerland Group delivers record revenue
1+ hour, 27+ min ago (255+ words) Leicester-headquartered Watches of Switzerland Group has reported record revenue in “a year of strong execution against a complex operating backdrop.” In the 53 weeks ended 3 May 2026, group revenue rose to almost £1.83bn, with US revenue of £927m now accounting for more than half…...
Next planning bid for luxury department store Harvey Nichols
1+ week, 1+ day ago (171+ words) Leicestershire-headquartered retailer Next is reportedly planning to make an offer for Harvey Nichols, the luxury department store. The acquisitive firm is looking to add to its collection of high street names, according to Sky News, drawing up a takeover bid…...
Frasers Group lodges takeover bid for HUGO BOSS
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (155+ words) Frasers Group has lodged a €1.98bn (£1.73bn) takeover bid for premium fashion and lifestyle company HUGO BOSS. The Shirebrook-based retail giant already owns a 26% stake in the business, and intends to offer a cash consideration per HUGO BOSS share of €38. A key…...
Succession planning for family-owned businesses - why succession is not a tax reaction: by Chris Hubbard, partner at Streets
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (409+ words) Chris Hubbard, partner at Streets, dives into the topic of succession in family businesses. As we move through 2026 and look ahead to the next decade, the greatest risk facing family-owned enterprises is not simply identifying who will take over, but…...