Next raises profits forecast again as sales rise

Retailer says cooler weather and fewer foreign holiday boosted sales despite Covid-19 falloutNext has hiked its profit guidance for a second time after the recent cool weather and fewer foreign holidays for its shoppers boosted clothing and homewares sales.The retailer had initially predicted the pandemic would have a disastrous impact on its finances, but has been surprised by the strength of the recovery seen in recent months. Shoppers have been spending on casual clothing, sportswear and spru