Retail Stocks
The latest news, updates and opinions on Retail Stocks from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Should you invest in UK supermarkets?
We use them every day, but should you add UK supermarkets to your basket of stocks and shares?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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M&S, Sainsbury's and JD Sports to be questioned over low pay to shop staff
Pressure group will confront boards at AGMs this week over the hourly rate of lowest-paid workers
By Chris Newlands Published
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M&S shares jump to six-year high after profits surge
Profits at Marks & Spencer increase almost 60%, leaving it in “strongest financial health since 1997”. A good time to invest?
By Chris Newlands Published
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M&S is back in fashion: but how long can this success last?
M&S has exceeded expectations in the past few years, but can it keep up the momentum?
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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M&S shares shift from frumpy to fabulous as pre-tax profits are up by 56%
M&S is performing strongly and has announced it will pay a dividend for the first time since the pandemic.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Walmart’s latest shock profit warning tells us a lot about the post-pandemic world
Analysis US retail giant Walmart has issued its second profit warning in ten weeks as consumer spending habits shift. That’s bad news for Walmart, says John Stepek – but is it bad news for the rest of the economy?
By John Stepek Published
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Frasers is showing the rest of the retail world how it’s done
Tips Frasers Group – formerly known as Sports Direct – is a company many people love to hate. But its policy of judicious acquisitions and its move upmarket have proved to be a huge success and profits are booming, says Rupert Hargreaves.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Why there were no buyers for the sale of Boots
Opinion Boots is a dull and boring business, says Matthew Lynn. It should focus on beauty and healthcare to spruce itself up.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Why the cost of living crisis could be a boon for this cheap retailer
Tips Like many retailers, B&M is facing the dual headwinds of lower sales and higher costs as inflation bites. But its business model has proved hugely successful, says Rupert Hargreaves, and it should have what it takes to prosper in a tough market.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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