### Harrods Rebounds: Pandemic Fades into Distant Memory as Sales Soar.
**London, United Kingdom** – The iconic London department store Harrods has reported a significant rebound in its latest financial year, as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to diminish..
According to the company’s recently released annual report, Harrods’ sales increased by 25% in the year ending March 31, 2023, reaching a total of £2.2 billion (approximately $2.7 billion). This marks a significant recovery from the previous year, when sales had declined by 15% due to the pandemic..
The company attributed the strong sales growth to a number of factors, including:.
* Increased demand for luxury goods as consumers emerge from the pandemic with pent-up spending power..
* A successful online sales strategy that has helped Harrods reach a wider customer base..
* The return of international tourists to London, who account for a significant portion of Harrods’ sales..
The rebound in sales has led to a corresponding increase in profitability. Harrods’ operating profit rose by 30% in the latest year, reaching £260 million (approximately $320 million). This is the highest level of profitability that the company has achieved in its history..
Harrods’ CEO, Michael Ward, said that he was .