JD Sports warns that the Iran-related conflict and broader geopolitical uncertainty could affect consumer demand, its profitability, and pricing. The sportswear retailer says a “muted market” is already weighing on spending, particularly among younger customers, and that continuing concerns about the Middle East could further reduce activity and sentiment. In the year ahead, the company expects profits to fall to a range of £750 million to £850 million, following £852 million reported for the year ended January. In separate reporting, JD Sports indicates it has been adjusting its store footprint in the UK, closing 24 stores on a net basis over the past year. The outlets also note that the retailer expects uncertainty to weigh on profits, while warning it could contribute to higher price rises, reflecting potential pressures affecting the wider retail environment. Overall, the statements present a cautious outlook that combines domestic demand softness with external geopolitical risk.