The winners on the high street

Analysis FTSE 100 retailer Next is dealing well with the tough conditions on the high street, with rising profits and a plan that's working. Rupert Hargreaves looks at the numbers.

By Rupert Hargreaves Published 5 May 22

News The retail sector is brutally competitive. But high street stalwart Next is exploiting and building on its significant competitive advantages, says Rupert Hargreaves.

By Rupert Hargreaves Published 12 April 22

News High street and online retailer Next has reported a big rise in sales and profits. John Stepek looks at its performance and asks if it's worth buying Next shares.

By John Stepek Published 21 July 21

Features Profit warnings from Debenhams and Mothercare are more evidence that traditional retailers are fighting a losing battle against nimbler online competitors, says Ben Judge.

By Ben Judge Published 12 January 18

Cover Story A sense of gloom hangs over the retail sector – but pick the right stocks at the right price and there are still potential pots of gold out there for long-term buyers, says Phil Oakley.

By Phil Oakley Published 10 August 17

Features Clothing retailer Next has released gloomy results, yet the firm’s shares rallied strongly. Why? Ben Judge reports.

By Ben Judge Published 31 March 17

Features More than 1,000 hedge funds shut down last year – the most since the financial crisis. There are now fewer funds around than at any time since 2013. What’s going on?

By John Stepek Published 25 March 17

Features Drugmaker Indivior is on the up, while retailer Next, once a favourite with investors, has lost its way.

By Ben Judge Published 24 February 17