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M&S expects cyber-attack to last into July and cost £300m in lost profits

The GuardianWednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:16:02 AM
M&S expects cyber-attack to last into July and cost £300m in lost profits
** M&S is bracing for a prolonged cyber-attack that’s already forced it to shut down online orders and caused chaos in stores, with shelves left half-empty. The company expects the hack—which hit over Easter—to drag on until July, costing them a staggering £300m in lost profits. Ironically, this comes right after they reported a strong year, with profits up 22% to £876m.
Editor’s Note: ** Cyber-attacks aren’t just tech headaches—they can cripple even big-name retailers, hitting profits and leaving customers frustrated. For M&S, this breach is a harsh reality check: even with strong sales, a single cyber incident can wipe out gains and disrupt operations for months. It’s a wake-up call for businesses everywhere to double down on digital defenses.
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