Smiggle, Peter Alexander owner expects lower earnings

Smiggle, Peter Alexander owner expects lower earnings

Premier Investments shares sank after the owner of kids stationery seller Smiggle and Peter Alexander sleepwear retailer forecast lower-than-expected earnings.

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Friday, December 5, 2025

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Men are being urged to take more accountability for preventing violence against women.

Australians are increasingly willing to entrust AI with their Christmas shopping.

England's Zak Crawley finds his rhythm more easily against all-pace attack, he admits after Nathan Lyon axing.

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