All Next articles – Page 4
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NewsNext has increased profit guidance as sales exceed expectations despite bad weather
Next has increased its full-year profit guidance as sales grew in the second quarter despite bad weather dominating most of the summer.
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Opinion‘Department store leadership merry-go-round shows a sector wanting to change’
After a tough time, the remaining top department store players are in a good position to play to their strengths, believes George MacDonald
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AnalysisWhat to look out for in Next’s results after the washout weather for fashion retailers
Next will be hoping to wow shareholders with yet another stellar performance when it publishes its second-quarter update for the 26 weeks to July 27, 2024 on Thursday. But with washout weather dominating the months of April to July, has Next managed to weather the storm? Retail Week explores what might be coming next.
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AnalysisRetail cabinet: What would government look like if retailers ran the country?
As the country casts its votes in the general election, Retail Week imagines what a cabinet made up of bold and capable retail leaders might look like
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NewsAllSaints unveils new collection in Next sales tie-up
Fashion retailer AllSaints has joined forces with the leading third-party retailer to launch a brand new product category, Retail Week has learned.
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NewsBath & Body Works posts ‘better than expected’ results
US-based retailer Bath & Body Works has “narrowed” its guidance for the full year as it recorded “better than expected” results.
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Opinion‘Brightening retail outlook could create sweet spot for M&A this year’
After a challenging 2023, falling valuations and pent-up demand for deals could spark a revival in retail M&A as economic conditions stabilise, believes Erin Brookes
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NewsNext maintains guidance as quarterly sales rise
Fashion giant Next has maintained its full-year guidance as sales increased in its first quarter.
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OpinionJohn Lewis Partnership: where should the new executive team focus?
With the strengthening of its leadership team and the appointment of former Tesco boss Jason Tarry as chair, what does the future hold for John Lewis? Retail Week data and insights director Lisa Byfield-Green examines the areas of the business that require focus and the priorities that lie ahead
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NewsNext and Frasers Group circle Ted Baker for potential rescue deal
Retail giants Next and Frasers Group have reportedly expressed an interest in purchasing collapsed fashion retailer Ted Baker.
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AnalysisMyntra: Who is the fashion marketplace partnering with Next in India?
After highlighting overseas ambitions as one of three key strategies for growth in its latest results, Next last week inked a franchise deal with Indian marketplace Myntra to expand in the territory. Retail Week takes a look at the brand’s new partner, its history and how the deal fits in with Next’s wider strategy
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NewsNext strikes deal with Myntra to ramp up Indian expansion
Next has partnered with Myntra on a franchise agreement that will see the Next brand offered both in stores and online across India.
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NewsFatFace bolsters leadership team in latest growth push
Fashion retailer FatFace has bolstered its top team and unveiled a series of changes designed to “drive future growth”, following its acquisition by Next at the end of last year.
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AnalysisNext: What’s in store for the fashion giant as a ‘new era’ beckons?
After yet another stellar performance from Next, Retail Week looks ahead to the fashion and home group’s “new era” and its plans to continue on an upward trajectory
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NewsNext beats expectations to post record profits as sales soar
Next has reported record profits ahead of expectations as sales soared in the full year ending January 31, 2024.
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AnalysisWhat are Next, JD Sports, Boots and BP doing to future-proof their supply chains?
Retail Week’s Supply Chain 2025 report, the fifth annual instalment since 2019, is out now. Offering a blueprint for operational success, the report explores how retailers from across the globe are building resilience.
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NewsExclusive: Next Beauty CEO exits after nearly five years
Next Beauty’s chief executive Amanda Scott has stepped down from her role at the business, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsNext approaches administrator in potential deal for Body Shop assets
Next has contacted the administrator in charge of The Body Shop, FRP Advisory, about a potential deal to acquire certain assets of the embattled retailer.
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AnalysisNext vs JD Sports: two very different golden quarter stories
As Next upped its profit guidance again, on the same day JD Sports issued a profit warning. Retail Week explores the differentiating factors between the two
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Opinion‘Retail updates so far offer reasons to be cheerful in the new year’
As the Christmas decorations start to come down, the retail trading statements have started to flood in.