This report provides a comprehensive strategic analysis of H&M, a prominent player in the fast fashion industry. It begins with an introduction to strategic management and a brief overview of H&M's operations. The report then delves into the external environment using PESTLE analysis to assess political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors affecting H&M. A competitive analysis using Porter's Five Forces is also conducted to evaluate the industry's dynamics. The internal environment is examined through SWOT and VRIO analyses, identifying H&M's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, as well as its valuable, rare, inimitable, and organizationally supported resources. The report explores various strategic options available to H&M, including Porter's Generic Strategies (Cost Leadership, Differentiation, Cost Focus, Differentiation Focus) and the Ansoff Matrix (Market Penetration, Market Development, Product Development, Diversification). Additionally, Bowman's Strategic Clock is used to evaluate strategic directions based on price and perceived value. The report concludes with a strategy selection and justification, providing recommendations for H&M's future strategic direction.