The Rubin family's sportswear giant said it achieved record earnings in the first half of the year despite having to contend with a "volatile global marketplace."

The JD Sports company reported record revenue of £5bn in the first half of 2024 as its US expansion paid off for the group.

JD Sports has delivered a strong performance, outshining other sportswear brands with an uptick in sales this year. The group is reaping benefits globally from the demand for trainers, recording revenues of £5bn for the 26 weeks leading up to August,

JD Sports has posted record revenues and solid profit growth, driven by its global, multi-brand strategy, outperforming a "challenging and volatile market".

JD Sports has said it is doing better than other struggling sportswear labels after reporting rising sales this year, as the group continues to cash in on demand for trainers around the world.

JD Sports Fashion confirmed its outlook after it reported an increase in revenue and profit for its fiscal first half and said it was continuing to bolster its presence in the U.S.

JD Sports Fashion has reported a 5.2% increase in revenue for the first half (H1) of fiscal 2025 (FY 2025), reaching £5.03bn ($6.68bn), up from £4.78bn in H1 FY 2024. Despite the revenue growth, the company experienced a significant decline in profitability,

JD Sports posted record half-year sales of £5billion for the 26 weeks to August 3, thanks to strong demand for its shoes.