JD Sports reported a modest first-half profit before tax of £282 million, slightly above the £279 million forecast, despite a 19.7% year-on-year decline. Revenue fell 0.7% to £5.90 billion, while gross margin improved slightly, offsetting weaker North American results where operating profit dropped 32%. The company maintained its full-year profit guidance of £700-800 million and free cash flow target of £460-520 million. Deutsche Bank views the results as broadly in line and retains a 'hold' rating with a 95p price target, expecting minimal changes to consensus estimates.
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