Sat, 08 Nov 2025

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 Shoppers are turning to Shein - but some still can't leave Primark

With same-store sales down in the UK and Ireland, some shoppers are leaving Primark to go elsewhere.
Primark underperforms overall market, faces increased competition from online retailers Some shoppers prefer Shein and Temu for lower prices, wide range of products, and home delivery options Primark lacks home delivery service but offers click-and-collect in nearly 200 stores Despite decline in like-for-like sales, Primark's global sales up 1% as it opens more stores Protesters call for boycott of Shein due to environmental impact and working conditions French government investigates Shein over childlike sex dolls on its website Shein promises to co-operate fully with authorities Some shoppers still loyal to Primark despite competition from online retailers
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