It has been reported today (28th October) that fashion retailer Next has seen a full price sales increase of 6% in its third quarter.

Figures have shown that the third quarter sales were above Next’s second half guidance range of a rise between 3.5% and 7.5%, whilst total sales increased 7.3% which included markdown sales. Store sales grew 5.4%, whilst online and catalogue sales rose 9.8%.

Next has advised its full year figures remain largely unchanged and believes group profit will be around £810 million to £845 million before tax.