H&M’s brick-and-mortar expansion continues at torrid pace

H&M isn’t letting a challenging retail environment stand in the way of its physical expansion.



The Swedish retail powerhouse plans to open 425 stores in 2016, with a focus on expansion in the United States and China. The company will also enter several new markets this year, including New Zealand, Puerto Rico and Cyprus.



In addition, the chain will expand its e-commerce site to several markets, including Ireland, Japan, and Greece.



At the close of its fiscal year, H&M operated 3,924 stores in 61 markets.