# Fast Retailing forecast another record year amid a boost from strong international growth.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · LBC*

## Key points

- Fast Retailing's operating profits rose 31.7% to 400.6 billion yen for the half-year.
- Uniqlo International revenues increased by 22.4%, with business profits up 37.4%.
- The company is opening its first Bristol store this month and a Leeds store in 2026.
- Fast Retailing projects 24.1% operating profit growth to 700 billion yen this financial year.
- Operations in Europe and North America achieved double-digit sales growth due to new store openings.

**Companies:** Fast Retailing
**Countries:** Japan

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