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The Original Factory Shop has called in advisors to explore its options after failing to find a buyer. The move follows current owner Duke Street Capital…

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The Original Factory Shop explores strategic options

23 December, 2024 | by Angela Beevers

The Original Factory Shop has called in advisors to explore its options after failing to find a buyer.

The move follows current owner Duke Street Capital trying to sell the discount chain last year through Deloitte.

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The private equity firm has owned the business since 2007.

According to The Times, it is understood that strategic advisory firm Teneo has been called in to look at all options for the retailer, which could include a further attempt at a sale.

A spokesperson for The Original Factory Shop told the publication: “Like many retailers, the company continually reviews its outlook and is exploring a range of options.

“The business continues to trade as normal and is expected to perform well over the busy Christmas period.”

Established in 1969, the retailer has 187 stores across the UK.

Angela Beevers Director of Content & Events Strategy

Angela Beevers is Director of Content & Events Strategy at The Retail Bulletin, where she has worked since 2011. She leads the publication's news team and oversees its daily coverage of the UK retail sector, from breaking developments to the early-morning release of retailers' trading updates and financial results. Over more than 15 years at The Retail Bulletin, she has interviewed many of the industry's most innovative founders and leaders. She also shapes content for The Retail Bulletin's events and leads delegate engagement for its most high-profile events. Her areas of focus include: Retail news · Trading updates and financial results · Retail leadership · Industry events

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