JJB Sports PLC Discussion Board http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion http://www.iii.co.uk/icons/logos/uk_logo.gif http://www.iii.co.uk tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6105539 http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2010/mar/15/ons-shopping-basket-list By Duck and Dive ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6105539&action=detail Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:32:00 GMT Duck and Dive tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6105538 ---
INDEPENDENT sports shops will unite against the market dominance of major chain stores through the merger next month of two of the most influential buying groups, Intersport and Allied Partners.

The merger on April 1 will bolster the arsenal of small shops in the battle against market leaders such as JJB Sports and Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct.

The number of independent sports stores in the UK has fallen from about 4,000 in the mid-Nineties to about 1,000. This is because of the proliferation of larger chain stores, which buy in bulk and offer consumers cheaper prices.

Intersport is a not-for-profit mutual that negotiates with big sports brands collectively for its members. The merger means it will represent stores with sales of almost £170 million.

Intersport general manager Barry Mellis said its members offered a level of expertise that was difficult to find in major chains. “If you walk into a large chain looking for a cricket bat, there’s a possibility you could walk out with a golf club,” he joked."

http://www.dailyexpress.co.uk/posts/view/162963/Sports-shops-team-up-to-take-on-giants/ By Duck and Dive ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6105538&action=detail Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:30:00 GMT Duck and Dive tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6104829
I have just removed my buy which I set up and down graded it to 19p. Ah well, I made money out of RBS and lloyds today, so shouldnt be too greedy. By BoyBlunder1 ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6104829&action=detail Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:56:00 GMT BoyBlunder1 tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6104472
Looks like the SP needs some more help from those nice in-house brokers. By Duck and Dive ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6104472&action=detail Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:11:00 GMT Duck and Dive tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6100134 -----
D&D replied: "Not today you twit. Another 20% before any takeover since I can't see them being sold for under £1 per share."
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Just for the record, CLF hit 96.75p this morning. That's, er, let me see now... *20%* up since I said a month or so ago that they could have another 20% upside. And there hasn't even been any further news on the takeover talks...

By Duck and Dive ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6100134&action=detail Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:50:00 GMT Duck and Dive tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6099673
http://investegate.co.uk/Article.aspx?id=201003190700118469I

"The [Blacks] Board, having consulted with its advisers, has rejected the indicative offer as being wholly inadequate."

Shame.

Regards,

per ardua ad astra By per ardua ad astra ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6099673&action=detail Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:36:00 GMT per ardua ad astra tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6099575 http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6099575&action=detail Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:59:00 GMT takingachance tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6099239


By BoyBlunder1 ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6099239&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 22:04:00 GMT BoyBlunder1 tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6099238


By BoyBlunder1 ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6099238&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 22:04:00 GMT BoyBlunder1 tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6098554
Who'd've thought that the team from West London that should progress in Europe this week should be the Cottagers?

Roy Hodgson take a bow; this West Londoner salutes you.

Cheerio Juve

per ardua ad astra By per ardua ad astra ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6098554&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:52:00 GMT per ardua ad astra tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6098240
Getting involved in sport at a respected retailer and not just buying a discounted trackie from a pile 'em high merchant all sounds good to me.

Getting "serious about sport" and I love it!

per ardua ad astra By per ardua ad astra ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6098240&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:25:00 GMT per ardua ad astra tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6098216 http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6098216&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:19:00 GMT meisterx tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6098209
As part owner of this business (JJB), I am delighted to hear that David Adams has relinquished his role at Moss Bros. He is a much valued and appreciated Non-exec. and as such, the fact that he is now able to commit an ever increasing amount of his time and energies towards JJB and the pursuit of our goals can only stand the company in good stead. In order that JJB may regain the position it previously held as the U.K.'s number one sports retailer, it is essential that all involved in the company provide their maximum time,effort and commitment. I have no doubt that David's subsequent increased focus will undoubtedly help move the business forward and fully achieve the potential that many of us know this business has.

How's that?

per ardua ad astra By per ardua ad astra ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6098209&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:17:00 GMT per ardua ad astra tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6097993 http://www.londonstockexchange.com/exchange/prices-and-news/news/market-news/market-news-detail.html?announcementId=10416197 By Zielonka ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6097993&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:25:00 GMT Zielonka tag:iii.co.uk,2003:tst.6097956 http://www.eventmagazine.co.uk/channel/Events/article/991281/Adidas-turns-Closer-experiential-Champions-League-drive/ By Duck and Dive ]]> http://www.iii.co.uk/investment/detail?code=cotn:JJB.L&display=discussion&id=6097956&action=detail Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:16:00 GMT Duck and Dive