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flag Next raises 2025-26 profit forecast to £1.15B on strong sales, but warns of slower growth ahead.

flag Next raised its 2025-26 profit forecast to £1.15 billion, a 13.7% increase, citing strong holiday sales with UK full-price sales up 5.9% and overseas sales surging 38.3%, driven by better stock availability and 9.1% online growth. flag Despite upbeat results, the retailer warned of a slower 2026-27 outlook, forecasting a 4.5% profit rise to £1.2 billion and sales growth of 4.5% to £5.9 billion, citing rising unemployment, tough comparisons, and moderating overseas growth. flag Shares rose 2%.

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