Latest Retail And Hospitality News

Endeavour Group posts modest sales gains in Retail and Hotels for Q3 F26 while bracing for supply chain pressures from Middle East tensions and launching a $100 million cost reduction drive.

OMG Group has launched two new matcha brands targeting both premium and mass-market consumers, supported by a five-year exclusive supply agreement for ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha. This move positions OMG to capitalise on the booming global matcha market through a vertically integrated strategy.

Endeavour Group reported a solid first half for fiscal 2026 with underlying EBIT of $563 million, supported by retail price leadership and strong hotel sales growth. The group raised capital expenditure guidance, reflecting accelerated hotel renewals and strategic investments.

Tyro Payments Limited reported a solid 5% increase in gross profit and a 72% surge in statutory profit before tax for H1 FY26, underpinned by growth in core payment volumes and banking activities. The company also expanded its fintech footprint with the acquisition of AI-powered platform Thriday.

Endeavour Group’s first quarter results reveal a strong Hotels segment growth of 4.4%, alongside a retail sales recovery that returned to positive territory in September. Online sales surged by 20.9%, highlighting shifting consumer habits.

Tyro Payments Limited reported FY25 results with strong top-line growth and margin expansion, setting a confident outlook for FY26 backed by AI-driven efficiency and an expanded market.

Endeavour Group reported steady overall revenue for FY25, buoyed by a 4.1% rise in hotel sales that offset a 1.2% decline in retail liquor. The company also reduced net debt by $187 million amid strategic cost savings and a leadership transition.

Smart Parking Limited reports robust H1 FY25 growth driven by a strategic US acquisition and expanding global footprint, underpinned by proprietary AI technology.

Murray Cod Australia Ltd reports a remarkable 192% biomass increase, setting the stage for expanded domestic and international sales from May 2025. The company also advances sustainability certifications and strengthens its board to support growth.

Endeavour Group has appointed Jayne Hrdlicka as its new Managing Director and CEO, set to begin in January 2026, signaling a strategic push for growth and transformation under seasoned leadership.