UK's Debenhams rises after jump in first-half core profit
17/09/2026 08:13
BUZZ-UK's Debenhams rises after jump in first-half core profit
** Shares of online retailer Debenhams Group DEBS.L rise 1% to 24.8p
** Co posts nearly 14% rise in H1 core profit, driven by its marketplace model and growth at brands, including PrettyLittleThing, boohoo and Karen Millen
** Reiterates its annual profit forecast
** As of last close, stock up about 5.4% YTD
(Reporting by Anushka Chourasia in Bengaluru)