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 saw its first half pre-tax profit beat analyst forecasts and maintained its annual guidance, new results show.