Wet weather hit Primark’s UK summer sales, says owner AB Foods
But better performance in other markets ensured steady operating profits
But better performance in other markets ensured steady operating profits
Opening coincides with the 55th anniversary of Penneys in Ireland
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Retailer had 37 stores in Ireland during the financial year, although it opened a 38th store in Bray, Co Wicklow, in recent weeks
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Recovery in margins at clothing chain fuels 39% jump in profit in first half of the year
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The chain implemented ‘selective price increases’ for shoppers over the past year after reporting a spike in costs
Primark Cares aims to reduce fashion waste which is no mean feat given size of retailer, writes Kevin O’Sullivan
Growth has been driven by selective price increases, well-received ranges, and strongly performing new stores
Retailer said that the jump in profits has largely been driven by a return to more normal customer behaviour since the pandemic
Insulation specialist Kingspan and a number of other big hitters drove index in Dublin up 2.2%
Associated British Foods enjoys boost as shoppers buy more seasonal clothing and health and beauty products
New shop replaces part of the former House of Fraser department store
First milk prices fell across a range of retailers, then butter. But consumers are waiting for something more meaningful
Resilient consumer demand for its budget fashion offering means Primark group now expects substantially higher sales
Record sales in run-up to Christmas help Dublin-based retailer deliver better than expected results for 2022
Dublin headquartered company raises additional funding in oversubscribed round
Consumer spending ‘more resilient’ than expected
Refreshed site allows customers to browse ranges, check stock and even create an account, but retailer has said it won’t offer online purchasing
Low cost high street retailer says cost volatility had ‘diminished’ since its previous update a month ago
Clothing advertisers want price-sensitive shoppers to fall for their post-pandemic charms, but consumer sentiment has not gone their way
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AB Foods says Primark will not increase prices any more than already planned before next autumn despite soaring costs
Shoppers and dignitaries gather to welcome one of our most beautiful and iconic buildings
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Refurbished store represents an investment of £100m, while retailer says it has created almost 300 new jobs
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