John Lewis sales up 6% last week
John Lewis increased its sales by 6% year-on-year last week as the retailer enjoyed buoyant trade in its autumn fashion ranges.
Stores achieving the best percentage increases included Exeter, Knight & Lee and Stratford where sales rose by 18.6%, 13.5% and 11.9% respectively. Meanwhile, online sales at johnlewis.com climbed by 21.1%.
Fashion sales surged by 12.4% boosted by strong sales in cashmere items and womenswear as customers snapped up the new season’s stock.
In the home directorate, sales increased by 3.2% with the accessories and gifting, textiles and cookshop categories performing particularly well.
Electricals and home technology sales were also up, rising by 2.9%.
Liz Mihell, head of selling at John Lewis at home, said: “Autumn is without a doubt just around the corner and all the signs are that the new season’s fashion and home assortments are hitting the mark with customers.”
