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Dickson, Brooks Brothers to half

By Rajiv MenonChina
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Hong Kong listed attire retailer Dickson Ideas says it won’t be renewing its licence to promote the US menswear model Brooks Brothers.

Dickson, which has the licence for Hong Kong, Macau, China and “different designated territories in Asia” says the choice was reached “by mutual settlement”.

Brooks Brothers Worldwide will enter into an settlement with Dickson to purchase the belongings and pay an quantity for goodwill when the licence expires on December 31.

In a press release to the inventory trade Dickson stated it is going to “proceed the event of its different luxurious model identify companies and actively search new funding alternatives to additional improve its robust income and revenue streams”.

Brooks Brothers has had a troublesome time gaining momentum in worldwide markets. The corporate is understood to be in discussions with Oroton Group over the way forward for its licence for Australia the place the model has did not ship revenue for the listed Australian retailer.

Questions & Answers

Q.

What will happen to the Brooks Brothers licence in Hong Kong, Macau, China and other Asian territories after December 31?

A.

Brooks Brothers Worldwide will purchase the assets and pay for goodwill from Dickson when the licence expires. The two companies reached this decision by mutual agreement, and Brooks Brothers will likely manage operations directly or through a new partner.

Q.

What are Dickson Ideas' plans after the Brooks Brothers licence concludes?

A.

Dickson Ideas intends to continue developing its other luxury brand businesses. The company will also actively seek new investment opportunities to further enhance its strong revenue and profit streams, as stated in its stock exchange announcement.

Q.

Why is Brooks Brothers ending its agreement with Dickson Ideas?

A.

The article states that Brooks Brothers has had difficulty gaining momentum in international markets. The decision not to renew the licence with Dickson Ideas was reached by mutual settlement, suggesting strategic changes for the brand's global presence.

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