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Sneaker retailer Kick Game reportedly eyeing 150 million pound sale

London-based Kick Game has reportedly called in advisers to explore strategic options which could include a sale. The sneaker retailer has drafted in professional services firm PwC to explore a potential 150 million pound sale, Sky News reports. The process is expected to last several months. FashionUnited has reached out to Kick Game for...

Business

Over 1 billion dollars - that’s how much sneaker companies raised in 2021

The figures speak for themselves - the sneaker business is still booming. More than 1.5 billion US-dollars were raised by sneaker companies this year. The green sneaker label Allbirds is just the latest example. So who are the other companies that have benefited from fresh funding? 4 million The sneaker investment app Rares is based on an idea...

Retail

Kick Game to open store in Manchester’s Arndale

British sneaker and streetwear retailer Kick Game is set to open its first store in Manchester next month as it continues its expansion following a capital injection earlier this year. The retailer will be using the store to launch its largest collection outside of its London flagship. The Manchester space will carry a selection of rare and...

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UK-based luxury sneaker retailer Kick Game secures fresh funding

London-based luxury sneaker retailer Kick Game has secured 3.5 million pounds of fresh funding from growth capital firm VGC Partners as it eyes revenue of 50 million pounds in 2022. The company said it will use the funding to accelerate the expansion of both its online operations and physical store estate, with additional stores planned for the...