Results: Cyber attack more than halved M&S first half profits

M&S saw its profits more than halved by the cyber attack it was subjected to earlier this year, the company has revealed in its half year results.
The 26 weeks to 27 September 2025 saw the retailer make an adjusted profit before tax of £184m, compared to £413.1m for the same period the previous year. The company received an insurance payout of £100m, which was recorded in the adjusted profit.
Chief executive Stuart Machin paid tribute to the strength of the business and its