Latest Retail Operations News

Contact Energy's April 2026 report shows rising electricity and gas sales, improved margins, and lower generation costs, supported by strong hydro storage and ongoing renewable projects.

Gentrack Group delivered steady revenue with a 12% rise in recurring income but saw EBITDA fall due to project delays and investment. The company announced two acquisitions to bolster AI and energy pricing capabilities alongside a $20 million share buyback plan.

Premier Investments reported a modest 0.38% rise in net profit from continuing operations for the half-year ending January 2026, alongside a 3% increase in revenue and a fully franked interim dividend of 45 cents per share.

Star Combo Pharma reported a 23% decline in revenue to $11.9 million for the half year ended December 2025, driven by the loss of a major OEM contract and closure of its AustoYou retail business. Despite this, operating profit after tax rose 49% to $413,243, reflecting effective cost management.

Viva Energy Group Limited reported a significant net loss for 2025, driven by retail asset impairments, yet underlying profits and strategic investments signal resilience and a clear path forward.

Superloop has agreed to acquire Lightning Broadband for $165 million, significantly expanding its fibre footprint and accelerating its Smart Communities strategy across Australia.

JB Hi-Fi has reported a solid 7.3% increase in revenue and a 7.1% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, alongside a fully franked interim dividend of 210 cents per share.

Dusk Group Limited has reported a solid 5.2% increase in net profit for the half year ended December 2025, alongside a 5.1% rise in revenue. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend doubling the prior payout, signalling confidence in its retail operations.

Viva Leisure has reported a striking 168% jump in net profit after tax for HY2026, driven by strong revenue growth and a booming technology segment. The company’s strategic shift towards technology and network optimisation is paying off, with cash flow and membership numbers also on the rise.

Endeavour Group reports modest sales growth in the first half of FY26, driven by strong momentum at Dan Murphy’s and BWS, despite retail margin compression from price investments. Significant one-off costs related to warehouse changes weigh on profits.

Michael Hill International has successfully refinanced its $90 million debt facility, securing improved margins and extending the term to August 2028 with the addition of Commonwealth Bank as a new lender.

Meridian Energy's November 2025 report reveals record-high hydro inflows and storage, alongside increased electricity demand and retail sales across all segments, signaling robust operational momentum.