M&S General Merchandise 1H Sales Declined by 2.3%

The video tutorial discusses the financial performance of Marks and Spencers for the first half of the year, highlighting sales figures, profit margins, and the impact of seasonal conditions. It also covers the performance of general merchandise and clothing sales, and the effect of warm weather on consumer behavior. Additionally, the video examines the decline in online sales and the efforts to revamp the M&S website to improve future performance.

What was the actual first half sales figure for Marks and Spencers?

• £4.8 billion

• £4.9 billion

• £5.0 billion

• £4.92 billion

By what percentage did the underlying profit before tax rise?

• 1.5%

• 2.9%

• 2.3%

• 3.0%

What was the percentage decline in general merchandise sales?

• 3.5%

• 2.9%

• 1.6%

• 2.3%

How did unseasonal weather conditions in September affect sales?

• No impact on sales

• Decreased sales by 1.3%

• Increased sales by 2.3%

• Increased sales by 1.3%

What was the percentage decline in M&S.com first half sales?

• 6.3%

• 8.3%

• 7.3%

• 5.3%