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"📈 JD Sports outperforms ‘volatile market’ with record sales and profit growth 💰 JD Sports has posted record revenues and solid profit growth, driven by its global, multi-brand strategy, outperforming a "challenging and volatile market". 💪 #JDSports #Retail #ProfitGrowth #MarketTrends. For more insights, see 👉 databoutique.com." by Retail Gazette about JD Sports Italia

Gross margins for JD Sports Fashion Plc were likely negatively impacted in 4Q due to sequential deceleration in ASP growth rates at JD Sports UK and Finishline US, as well as higher discounting levels for the latter. Strong sell-through trends at Finishline likely point to continued robust sales growth for the company in the US.

JD Sports Fashion PLC (LSE:JD.) said it is “outperforming a challenging market” in a full-year trading update posted today. Profit before tax is tipped to be in line with the £915-935 million guided range, meaning like-for-like sales should be up 4.2% year on year, or 8.4% on an organic basis. Total sales grew 3.6% to £10.5 billion while gross margins were 47.3%, the group confirmed. JD Sports will be hoping the update resuscitates the group’s flailing share price, which has fallen more than a quarter year to date. The group issued a profit warning in January, saying that milder weather, a softer peak trading session and “cautious consumer spending” were impacting the top line. But today’s update at least bodes better for JD than ASOS’s results earlier this week, when it signalled an 18% slide in revenues. Chief executive Régis Schultz warned that “the current trading environment remains challenging due... More at #Proactive #ProactiveInvestors http://ow.ly/XjvG105nCuE

During down economic times, retailers are struggling to sell sportswear and equipment. Academy Sports + Outdoors plans to change its game plan for sells around these times. They are hooked into Nike and UGG as big name brands who are consistent streams of revenue. However, they see trends of consumers “purchasing for occasions” and plan to add holiday promotions. A couple other business plans they have in mind to generate revenue are a partnership with DoorDash and attempting to acquire HOKA and On product lines. Store sales have been down for 9 consecutive quarters. Just as sporting events are struggling to increase fan engagement for ticket sales for in person events, even the apparel & equipment sales are suffering. Darin W. White https://lnkd.in/gcfNV6gM

The lesson all fashion brands MUST learn from JD Sports sales falling again, and resulting in fourth-quarter growth of just 0.1 percent. Chief executive Regis Schultz said in a statement that the current trading environment “remained challenging due to less product innovation and elevated promotional activity, especially online.” Even giants like Nike are feeling the pressure! One of JD Sport’s biggest brands, warned last week of a drop in sales due to battling with up and coming brands. What's the key take out here? Innovation isn’t optional, it’s at the heart of staying relevant. Challenges for some, are opportunities for others (and those willing to innovate). Remember to listen to the market and lead with innovation that your customers want. What else could JD be doing? Would love to hear your thoughts #clothingmanufacturing #jdsports #fashionnews #fashionindustry

What's New to TheStreet... 👟 JD Sports Fashion Sees Sales & Profit Surge from U.S. Expansion 💥 U.K. sneaker and fashion giant JD Sports is reaping the rewards of its U.S. expansion, posting impressive revenue of $6.7 billion for the period. With a boost in sales and adjusted profit, JD is making waves in the global fashion scene! 🌍📈 How do you feel about JD Sports’ growing presence in the U.S.? Share your thoughts below!👇🏻✨ 👉🏻Follow New To The Street for more! #jdsports #fashionretail #usexpansion #sneakerculture #globalfashion #businessgrowth #retailnews #businessupdate #innovation #businessnews #business #news #newtothestreet

JD Sports, Foot Locker and Dick's reported 2Q trading in recent weeks. All reported to LSD/MSD LFL's (JD +2.4%, FL +2.6%, Dick's +4.5%) on softer comps than 1Q, maintained FY guidance and inventory seems reasonable. The US premium market seems strong with JD N America +5.7%, Foot Locker US +5.9% (offset by lower tier Champs and WSS) and early comments on Back To School seem cautiously optimistic. There wasn't much help on brands with JD joining Dick's by not commenting (much) on individual brands, and FL somehow implying that just about all partner brands were great or about to improve, especially Nike, where everyone seems very on-message about new ranges. The one notable trend seems to be everyone pushing into premium Lifestyle, which seems to be Dick's new avenue for growth, and a key part of FL's Lace Up plan. Some food for thought for JD Sport as it starts to integrate Hibbett.

📉 JD Sports Alert: 20% Shares Plunge Sparks Market Analysis! 🚨 In a recent market twist, JD Sports, a key player in sportswear retail, faces a significant 20% shares drop post a stark profit warning. Join the conversation as we dissect the intricacies behind this development, exploring the challenges in the retail sector and its broader impact. 🔍 Insights Unveiled: JD Sports issues a profit warning, projecting a £125 million dip in profits due to unexpected challenges in the festive trading period. Discover the factors influencing this setback, from increased promotions and price discounts to shifting consumer spending patterns. Gain insights into how JD Sports compares with industry counterparts, shedding light on the complexities of the retail market. 📊 Market Dynamics Explored: Delve into the competitive landscape leading up to Christmas, dissecting the impact of heightened promotional activity and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis shaping consumer behavior. 💼 Strategic Responses and Future Perspectives: Understand how JD Sports is navigating these challenges, and explore CEO Regis Schultz's confidence in the company's strategic approach. What could these developments mean for the future of retail? 🛍️ Consumer Trends and Economic Influences: Examine how evolving consumer preferences, influenced by economic factors, are reshaping the retail landscape and impacting companies like JD Sports. 🌐 Join the Dialogue: Share your thoughts on JD Sports' shares plunge, the wider retail market challenges, and the resilience needed in today's economic climate. learn more https://lnkd.in/e6hYJXvD #JDSports #RetailIndustry #ProfitWarning #ConsumerSpending #MarketTrends #FinancialNews #CostOfLivingCrisis #FestiveTrading #UKRetail #SharesPlunge #EconomicAnalysis #InvestmentInsights #RetailChallenges #MarketWatch #LinkedInDiscussion #BusinessNews

Shares for Academy Sports + Outdoors dipped nearly 8 percent in Thursday morning trading after the company issued soft guidance for the year following a miss in net sales for fiscal 2023. For the full year, net sales at the Katy, Texas-based retailer fell 3.7 percent to $6.16 billion, down from $6.40 billion in 2022. Net income for fiscal 2023 was $519.2 million, down 17.3 percent from $628 million the year prior. In the fourth quarter, however, Academy made some gains with net sales in the period up 2.8 percent to $1.79 billion, up from $1.75 billion in Q4 2022. Net income in the quarter was $168.2 million, up 6.7 percent from $157.7 million the same time last year.

What's New to TheStreet... 👟 JD Sports Fashion Sees Sales & Profit Surge from U.S. Expansion 💥 U.K. sneaker and fashion giant JD Sports is reaping the rewards of its U.S. expansion, posting impressive revenue of $6.7 billion for the period. With a boost in sales and adjusted profit, JD is making waves in the global fashion scene! 🌍📈 How do you feel about JD Sports’ growing presence in the U.S.? Share your thoughts below!👇🏻✨ 👉🏻Follow New To The Street for more! #jdsports #fashionretail #usexpansion #sneakerculture #globalfashion #businessgrowth #retailnews #businessupdate #innovation #businessnews #business #news #newtothestreet