Primark
This coverage explores Primark’s strategy and performance in the UK retail sector, focusing on store operations, product assortment, pricing, marketing campaigns, sustainability initiatives, and leadership decisions. Reporting highlights how Primark balances value positioning with volume growth and operational efficiency — offering insight for executives, managers, and professionals in fast‑fashion and large‑format retail.
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Sep- 2022 -8 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Primark owner warns on lower profits
Primark’s owner, Associated British Foods (ABF), has warned of lower profits for the next fiscal year due to cost inflation, higher energy costs, and market volatility following the strengthening of the US dollar at the end of this quarter. Primark’s operating profit margin is now expected to be lower than…
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Aug- 2022 -30 AugustAnalysis
Why the fashion industry is edging into beauty
Fashion brands have always been intertwined with the beauty industry as they historically benefitted from the same demographic of female consumers. Luxury fashion brands such as Valentino, Giorgio Armani and Saint Laurent have been selling cosmetics since the 60s and 70s, with most finding a niche in producing luxury scents…
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12 AugustPeople Moves
Primark appoints new chief customer officer
Primark has announced the appointment of Michelle McEttrick to the brand’s newly-created position of chief customer officer. McEttrick will reportedly take on the role as of 19 September with the remit to further develop the brand and customer strategy. The appointment comes as the business continues its expansion across new…
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Jul- 2022 -21 JulyPeople Moves
Primark owner appoints new finance director
Associated British Foods plc has announced the appointment of Eoin Tonge as the company’s next finance director. Tonge will succeed John Bason who will be retiring as finance director and will be stepping down from the ABF Board. It is reported that Tonge will join the business no later than…
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Jun- 2022 -20 JuneClothing & Shoes
Primark enters online marketplace with Click & Collect trial
Primark is set to launch a UK Click and Collect trial service on children’s products across 25 stores in the northwest, encompassing 2,000 options of clothing, accessories and lifestyle products. Around 40% of these options will be exclusive to Click and Collect, and the service is reportedly expected to drive…
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5 JuneFeatures
Less hands make light work: easing impact financial stress on UK retailers
Almost every person in the UK has been affected by the various economic issues currently plaguing post-pandemic pockets. While discretionary spending is reigned in for the majority, many are forced to re-evaluate even essential purchases. When consumers face financial pressures, the effects soon filter through to afflict retailers. At the…
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May- 2022 -3 MayFeatures
Missguided: what went wrong?
As the face of online shopping for young women around the world, Missguided has faced its fair share of troubles despite its ever-present popularity within the fast fashion industry. Now the company is eyeing potential buyers, it puts into question the future of the business. Since its launch in March…
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Apr- 2022 -26 AprilClothing & Shoes
Primark to raise prices amid mounting inflationary pressures
Primark is implementing selective price increases across some of its autumn/winter stock amid inflationary pressures as the retailer’s owner, Associated British Foods plc (ABF), said the company is unable to offset all of the inflationary pressures with cost savings. In its latest trading update for the 24 weeks ended 5…
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25 AprilClothing & Shoes
JD Sports tipped as potential Missguided suitor
JD Sports has reportedly been tipped as a potential suitor to acquire online retailer Missguided after it appointed advisors to seek a buyer last week. According to This is Money, while muted to be at “a very early stage”, bosses at the sportswear retailer are said to be discussing a…
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Feb- 2022 -28 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Primark H1 sales surge 60%
Associated British Foods (ABF) said it expects sales and adjusted operating profit to be ahead of the pre-Covid levels that were achieved in H1 of FY20 for the 24 weeks to 5 March 2022, driven by an expected 60% increase in sales at Primark. Like-for-like sales improved compared to Q4…
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