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18 December 2020
Mulberry Group plc ("Mulberry")
Statement regarding Frasers Group plc ("Frasers")
The board of Mulberry notes yesterday's announcement released by Frasers stating that, in accordance with Rule 2.8 of the Takeover Code (the "Code"), it does not intend to make an offer for Mulberry. Accordingly, Frasers is now subject to the restrictions under Rule 2.8 of the Code and Mulberry is no longer in an offer period in accordance with the Code.
Godfrey Davis, Chairman of Mulberry, commented:
"We continue to make significant progress in building Mulberry as a sustainable global luxury brand, creating value for all our stakeholders. This is focused around our omni-channel network and market leading digital platform; increasing our Asian footprint; and a relentless focus on innovation and sustainability, offering our customers beautiful products, made to last in our Somerset factories."
Enquiries:
Mulberry Group plc Charles Anderson (Group Finance Director) | Tel: +44 (0) 20 7605 6793 |
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GCA Altium (Financial Adviser and NOMAD) | Tel: +44 (0) 20 7484 4040 |
Tim Richardson |
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Headland (Public Relations) | Tel: +44 (0) 20 3805 4822 |
Lucy Legh / Jane Glover |
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Barclays (Broker) | Tel: +44 (0) 20 3134 9801 |
Nicola Tennent |
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Publication on website:
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