Mr Price, the specialist in mid-range clothing, sports goods and homeware, is buying value fashion retailer Power Fashion in its first purchase since the 1990s, saying the new acquisition will fit well with the group.

Mr Price CEO Mark Blair announced this at the company’s half-year results on Thursday. According to Mr Price, the deal, which is subject to approval of competition authorities in SA and Eswatini, will come into effect in April 2021 to align with the group’s 2022 financial year. ..

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