ireland news and archive

Mike Ashley outbid in the race for Debenhams Ireland

London - Billionaire Mike Ashley is said to have have been outbid in the race for Debenhams Ireland, as Debenhams Group is believed to be the preferred bidder to acquire its Irish business out of examinership. Ashley, who is said to have been the only other "serious contender" for the business, owns a 10.5 percent stake in the Debenhams Group....

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Aeropostale opens first European store in Ireland

London - US teen retailer Aeropostale has opened its first overseas store in Dublin, Ireland. "We look forward to bringing the Aeropostale brand to Western Europe for the first time," commented Julian R. Geiger, Chief Executive of Aeropostale in a press release. In order to ensure a smooth transition, Aeropostale signed a licensing agreement...