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Next increases stake in Reiss to 51%

Next has raised its stake in British apparel brand Reiss from 25% to 51%, after first buying a £33m stake as part of a strategic partnership plan in March 2021. Founded in 1971, Reiss has more than 160 stores worldwide.

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