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ArticleFootasylum raises credit facility to £60m
UK streetwear retailer targets Leeds, Glasgow and Merthyr Tydfil with new stores, while upgrading two flagship Manchester locations.
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ArticleChanges in Spain enabling Sprinter to expand
The JD Sports-owned chain is accelerating into the space abandoned by Intersport, with 70 stores planned by 2028.
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ArticleSport 2000 posts 8.2% growth, beating the market
The international retail service organization grew at more than double the market rate, driven by outdoor and running specialization.
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ArticleDecathlon uses MediaMarkt to speed up Germany push
French sporting goods chain adds MediaMarktSaturn to its concession roster as it targets 150 German stores by end of 2027.
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ArticleQuicks Archery enters administration
The 76-year-old UK specialist, which sponsored Team GB archers at Paris 2024, has appointed an administrator as orders face delays.
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News briefsPádel Nuestro opens flagship in Barcelona
The world’s largest padel distributor positions its new flagship directly across from Tennis-Point’s Barcelona store.
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ArticleAnta to open a first US store
The world’s third-largest sportswear brand marks its US retail debut 13 February with NBA All-Stars at a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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ArticleHervis sold to Snipes founder consortium
One of Central Europe’s leading sports retailers changes hands as Snipes founder Sven Voth and Factory Berlin’s Udo Schloemer acquire chain from Spar.
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ArticlePSG plants its flag in Hong Kong
Paris Saint-Germain has launched its first permanent retail space in Hong Kong partnering with Fanatics China to reach its second-largest Asian fan base.
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ArticleAdidas, Nike, UA get floors to themselves at El Corte Inglés, Puerta del Sol
Spanish retailer dedicates entire building to sportswear, with major brands getting dedicated floors and expanded sneaker selection.
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News briefsXtep goes multi-channel in Malaysia
Xtep forms joint venture with Bonia Corporation in Malaysia, opening flagship store at Mid Valley Megamall as part of Southeast Asia expansion strategy.
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ArticleAgilitas Sports launches India’s first big-box store
Vertically integrated sportswear company Agilitas Sports opened its first 34,000-square-foot SportsYard store in Bengaluru on Jan. 7.
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News briefsAustralian Open tests event-driven retail model
Tennis Australia’s Fed Square pop-up blends merchandise, art, and activations to test if temporary retail can extend major events beyond venue gates.
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News briefsSports Emotion opens seventh basketball store
Spanish retailer opens seventh basketball store, solidifying its position as Spain’s leading basketball retailer.
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News briefsJD Group brings Fluent Commerce to Hibbett USA
JD Group is rolling out Fluent Commerce’s distributed-order-management (DOM) solution across Hibbett’s thousand or so US stores to power omnichannel fulfilment.
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News briefsOn opens first Spain store in Madrid
Swiss sportswear brand On has opened its first Spanish store in Madrid’s Salamanca district, covering 250 square metres over two floors.
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ArticleNike opens women-focused London store
Nike has launched a new women-focused concept store on London’s King’s Road, expanding its commitment to women’s sport and personalized retail experiences.
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ArticleShein opens first Paris store
Shein has opened its first permanent store in Paris amid protests and police presence, facing a backlash against ultra-fast fashion.
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ArticleMetro Brands bets on sports and streetwear
Metro Brands has launched MetroActiv for athletic footwear and is expanding its Foot Locker and New Era partnerships.
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ArticleAnta debuts in France
Chinese sportswear leader Anta opens its first store in Paris, marking a major step in its global expansion.
