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title: "Mike Ashley Warns Boohoo Against Asset Fire Sales as Board Position Battle Intensifies"
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published: "2024-12-09T05:29:19+00:00"
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# Mike Ashley Warns Boohoo Against Asset Fire Sales as Board Position Battle Intensifies

**Published:** December 9, 2024
**Author:** Stockmark.IT Website
**Categories:** Fashion, Retail
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Retail magnate Mike Ashley has issued a stark warning to Boohoo shareholders, emphasising the crucial need to prevent any potential “fire sale” of company assets amidst his ongoing campaign for a board position at the AIM-listed fashion retailer.

The outspoken businessman, who controls 73% of Frasers Group – Boohoo’s largest shareholder – revealed he recently met with the retailer’s newly appointed chief executive Dan Finley to explore various opportunities, particularly concerning the Debenhams brand acquired by Boohoo in 2021.

In his letter to shareholders published on Sunday, Ashley expressed enthusiasm about potential collaboration with Finley to orchestrate the group’s turnaround. The retail tycoon specifically highlighted that “Debenhams should not be sold,” whilst maintaining that any non-core asset disposals must undergo rigorous value maximisation processes.

Boohoo’s response was swift and direct, suggesting Ashley’s board seat pursuit serves his interests rather than those of all shareholders. The company pointedly referenced Frasers’ history of leveraging investments for its commercial advantage.

The situation has become increasingly complex since Boohoo’s recent £222 million debt refinancing, which drew criticism from Frasers Group. Ashley’s letter outlined his commitment to seeking “more cost-effective and sustainable financing” solutions for the business.

The timing is particularly critical as Boohoo’s shares have plummeted more than 90% from their June 2020 pandemic-era peak. A pivotal shareholder vote on Ashley’s board position is scheduled for 20 December, with Ashley pledging to maintain strict boundaries between his roles at Frasers and any potential position at Boohoo should shareholders approve his appointment.

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