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Metcash Limited reported solid FY25 results with revenue up 7.2% to $19.5 billion and EBITDA rising 8.6%, driven by growth in Food and resilience in Liquor despite Hardware challenges. Strategic mergers and ESG progress position the company for accelerated growth in FY26.

Sigma Healthcare has completed a reverse acquisition merger with Chemist Warehouse, reporting $6 billion in revenue and declaring a fully franked dividend. The merger reshapes Australia’s pharmacy landscape with ambitious synergy targets and operational shifts.

Metcash Limited reported solid FY25 financial results with revenue growth and market share gains across key pillars, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and operational improvements. The company enters FY26 with positive momentum and ongoing transformation initiatives.

Metcash Limited reported an 8.9% rise in FY25 sales revenue to $17.3 billion and an 8.6% increase in underlying EBITDA, driven by strong Food pillar growth and the acquisition of Superior Foods. However, declines in Liquor and Hardware EBIT tempered overall profit growth.