Paul Mumford
Paul Mumford
action company severity slightly taken unprepared
It's a company that has been slightly unprepared for the severity of the downturn. They could have taken action sooner.
acceptance both clothing food good looks people product side though
He has done a pretty good job. It looks as though the product has got acceptance from people both on the clothing side and on the food side.
christmas full price retailers sold stock
Christmas won't be a blockbuster. Retailers are concentrating on getting as much sold at full price and have managed their stock better.
less looks risky shell turnaround
Shell is such a long turnaround story that BP looks a less risky bet.
high street time turnaround
It's encouraging to get the turnaround at a time when the high street is very depressed.
ahead delays difficult means merger plans price problem share slightly straight
The problem with these delays is you can't go ahead with the merger plans straight away. It's a very difficult situation. It probably means the share price will slightly be on hold.