JD Sports to open new store at St David's Cardiff in 2026
Other stores set to open at the centre include Swatch, which will have its only standalone store in Wales at the shopping centre.
Cardiff St David's centre director Helen Morgan said: "We're pleased to announce more new names and upsized stores at St David's.
"It's an exciting time for the centre as we continue to attract in-demand brands and enhance guest experience to maintain our position as a top UK retail destination."
Southeast Asian restaurant Banana Tree is also set to open next month.
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