JD Sport, a British sporting goods company, completed the acquisition of Finish Line, a retail chain that sells athletic shoes and related apparel and accessories, for $558m. “This marks a momentous step in JD’s global expansion and represents an exciting opportunity to bring our market-leading, multi-brand retail proposition to the world’s largest athleisure market, both online and in stores. Our team will now collaborate with the experienced Finish Line management team and the key global brands to bring best in class retail theatre and multi-channel consumer experience to the US,” Peter Cowgill, JD Sports Chief Executive.