H&M has registered a surge in its third quarter (Q3) 2025 operating profit, benefitting from enhanced margins and reduced expenses. The Swedish fast fashion retailer’s operating profit jumped 40% to reach Skr4.91bn ($518.9m) in the quarter, reflecting an operating margin of 8.6%. Sales in local currencies grew by 2% during the quarter, despite a 4% reduction in the number of stores. The company said in a statement: “The continued optimisation of the store portfolio has a negative impact on sales in the ...