Marks and Spencer
This coverage analyses Marks and Spencer’s strategy, performance, and influence within the UK retail market. Reporting highlights store operations, product innovation, online developments, financial results, marketing campaigns, and leadership changes. With a focus on commercial impact and competitive dynamics, it offers insights for professionals managing grocery, fashion, and homeware retailing at scale.
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Mar- 2024 -6 MarchNews
M&S to roll out fully recyclable coffee cups in all its cafes
M&S has announced that it will be rolling out fully recyclable takeaway coffee cups to all its cafes from next month. The move comes after M&S became the first major high street coffee retailer to offer its coffee and all hot drinks in a paper fibre cup and lid, which…
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Feb- 2024 -29 FebruaryHigh Street
Half-term boost fails to save Feb footfall
Half-term failed to save footfall figures in February as it declined by -2.2% across UK retail destinations for the second consecutive month, largely driven by a drop in footfall of -3.5% in high streets, according to the latest figures from MRI Springboard. MRI said the start of the month was…
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2 FebruaryPeople Moves
Mamas and Papas names new CFO
Mamas and Papas has announced the appointment of Sarah Ashby, Asda’s former finance executive, as its new chief financial officer. The news comes as the retailer aims for a record year after reporting a successful Christmas trading period in 2023. Ashby, who officially joined the retailer on 19 January, most…
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Jan- 2024 -31 JanuarySupermarkets
M&S introduces recyclable paper packaging across Cafés
Marks and Spencer has introduced new recyclable paper packaging across its range of sandwiches and toasties that are available in all M&S Cafés across the UK. The news comes as M&S plans to remove 1 billion units of plastic packaging by 2027 on its roadmap to net zero by 2040. …
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11 JanuaryNews
Today’s news in brief-11/1/24
Marks & Spencer emerged as the top-performing grocer in volume growth during the Christmas period and the quarter. Food sales rose by an impressive 10.5%, with like-for-like sales up 9.9%. Clothing and home sales also experienced growth of 4.8%, attributed partly to reduced promotions. Supply chain improvements contributed to better…
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9 JanuaryNews
Today’s news in brief-9/1/24
The UK saw record-breaking grocery sales of £4.8bn during the week ending December 23, 2023, representing a 4.3% increase compared to the previous year. Aldi and Lidl continued to outperform the market, with a combined market share increasing to 20.1%. Total spending on groceries increased by £657m over the four…
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9 JanuarySupermarkets
Brits spend record £4.8bn on groceries during Christmas
Sales at the UK supermarkets reached a record breaking £4.8bn during the week ending 23rd December 2023, according to the latest data from NIQ. This is a +4.3% uplift in sales compared with Christmas in 2022 as volumes also increased by 1.2% as shoppers traded up at this busy time…
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Dec- 2023 -7 DecemberNews
Today’s news in brief-7/12/23
Kelso, an activist shareholder in THG, has intensified its campaign for THG to clarify its plans to separate its three business divisions. Kelso believes that splitting the divisions (beauty, nutrition, and ecommerce services) would bridge the gap between THG’s share price and its true value. The shareholder has written to…
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7 DecemberSupermarkets
Morrisons and M&S made ‘unlawful’ land deals to block rivals, CMA finds
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has taken action after finding that Morrisons and Marks and Spencer made unlawful anti-competitive land deals to block rivals. The regulator confirmed the retailers have now agreed to address 65 anti-competitive land agreements which prevented competitors from opening nearby. According to the CMA, the…
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5 DecemberNews
Today’s news in brief-5/12/23
Independent luxury retailer Jules B is reportedly contemplating a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) following a ransomware attack that occurred in September. The MD and co-founder, Julian Blades, has sought assistance from KSA Group to navigate through the financial challenges. The retailer aims to focus more on its website, which constitutes…
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