Frasers is showing the rest of the retail world how it’s done

Frasers is showing the rest of the retail world how it’s done
Frasers Group – formerly known as Sports Direct – is a company many people love to hate. But its policy of judicious acquisitions and its move upmarke…
21 Jul 2022
Shambles at Sports Direct

Shambles at Sports Direct
A chaotic set of results at Sports Direct last week wiped a fifth off the shares and fuelled speculation that the company will be taken private. Alex …
1 Aug 2019
Athleisure: a tale of two retailers

Athleisure: a tale of two retailers
The athleisure craze is helping JD Sports outrun long-term rival Sports Direct – but its shares are looking pricey, says Alex Williams.
23 Sep 2016
Gamble of the week: Sports Direct
Gamble of the week: Sports Direct
From an investment perspective, there is a lot to dislike about Sports Direct, says Alex Williams. But could it be worth a punt?
25 Mar 2016