Next plc has raised its FY26 outlook after stronger-than-expected Christmas trading, driven by resilient UK demand and robust international online growth.
Full price sales for 2025-26 are forecast at £5.6 billion (~$7.56 billion), up 10.7 per cent, with group sales reaching £6.97 billion (~$9.41 billion).
A 53rd trading week is expected to add £22 million (~$29.7 million) to profit before tax.