M&S

About M&S

As one of the UK's leading retailers, M&S says sells stylish, high quality, great value clothing and home products, as well as outstanding quality food, responsibly sourced from around 2,000 suppliers globally.

Over the last 129 years M&S has grown from a single market stall to become an international multi-channel retailer. It now operates in over 50 territories worldwide and employs almost 82,000 people. Remaining true to its founding values of quality, value, service, innovation and trust, they work hard to ensure the offer continues to be relevant to its customers. Through diversifying its store locations, channels and product ranges they are reducing its dependence on the UK and broadening our international focus.

Number of stores:

766 stores across the UK and 418 internationally

Founded

1894

Fun Facts

By 1900, Marks & Spencer had expanded to include 36 Penny Bazaars and 12 high street stores.