All H&M (Hennes & Mauritz) articles
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AnalysisWhat’s next for Matalan under its new CEO?
As Matalan ends its year-long search for a new boss, Retail Week hears from executive chair Karl-Heinz Holland about why the retailer settled on Henrik Nordvall and takes a look at what will be top of his inbox when he starts in February
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NewsMatalan names former H&M UK boss as new CEO
Matalan has appointed former H&M UK boss Henrik Nordvall as its new chief executive officer.
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NewsMajority of fashion retailers now charging for returns
Three out of four of the UK’s biggest clothing and footwear retailers now charge customers to send back unwanted items, according to new data shared exclusively with Retail Week by Retail Economics.
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AnalysisWhat have retailers been saying about tariffs ahead of the golden quarter?
Retailers selling into the US are definitely feeling the effects, but some are being specific about what they think the impact might be
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NewsNimbler H&M sees profits rise in third quarter
Sales in local currencies increased 2% in the three months to August 31, 2025 compared to 2024, despite a store closure programme.
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NewsH&M names new UK managing director
Fashion giant H&M has appointed a new boss of its UK and Ireland division.
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InterviewQ&A: New boss of H&M-backed Centra Sara Laurell wants to keep the growth coming
The former Twilfit and Loopia chief executive was appointed to the role on August 1, and brings a strong resume of spearheading European expansion campaigns and transforming operations
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NewsMango appoints former H&M boss to board
Spanish fashion giant Mango has appointed former H&M boss Helena Helmersson to its board of directors.
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FeaturePull the lever: where are smart retailers finding fresh growth?
From opening new customer segments and sales channels, to expanding overseas and diversifying their offers, Retail Week explores the ways retailers are getting back into growth and highlights some of the biggest success stories so far.
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NewsH&M pilots staff body cameras in the UK amid rising crime
High street fashion retailer H&M is trialling body cameras for UK staff as it joins many others trying to curb shoplifting and shop worker assault.
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AnalysisIf H&M is sneezing, does the rest of mid-market fashion have a summer cold?
After reporting a decline in operating profits in its first half, do the struggles of fashion giant H&M reflect a deeper malaise in UK mid-market fashion?
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NewsH&M profits fall as costs and markdowns take toll
H&M has reported a decline in operating profit in its most recent quarter and the first half of its financial year.
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AnalysisRetail 100 2025: Three leadership learnings from the UK’s top execs
Celebrating its 20th year, Retail Week’s annual list of the 100 most influential leaders across retail has launched. We explore key trends shaping this year’s index and lessons learned from the list
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NewsH&M Group invests in ecommerce firm Centra
The fashion retailer announced a strategic partnership with Centra, a Swedish ecommerce platform that specialises in direct-to-customer communication, B2B wholesale and omichannel commerce.
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NewsH&M profits hit by ‘negative external factors’ and increased markdowns
Swedish fashion giants H&M have reported a dip in profits in the first quarter, driven by “negative external factors”, increased markdowns of products and investment.
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NewsShein takes the lead in the global apparel market for another year, says GlobalData
New analysis from GlobalData revealed that Shein has increased its market share forecast once again, as shoppers look for value amid challenging economic conditions.
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NewsTesco names new leader for clothing and home business
Tesco has appointed an H&M executive to run its F+F clothing and home business.
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FeatureAutomation: What does retail look like in a post-Budget world?
As retail navigates a world post-Budget, Retail Week looks at who is looking at automation as an aid, and how this will impact both customers and millions in the workforce.
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NewsH&M ‘on track’ as sales and earnings rise
A year into his role, H&M chief executive Daniel Ervér has maintained that the retailer is “on track” as he reported higher sales and profits.
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FeatureWhat will 2025 bring? Primark, Tesco, Amazon, Sephora and H&M bosses predict the year ahead
Looking ahead: What will shape retail in 2025? We’ve asked the top bosses in British retail to gaze into the horizon and give us their predictions for the industry’s next chapter.