Latest Retail Sector News

Bapcor Limited has postponed its half-year financial results release to no later than 27 February 2026 and is seeking an extension of its trading suspension, hinting at a potential capital raising.

Cash Converters International Limited reported an 8% rise in half-year revenue to $206.7 million, driven by franchise acquisitions and a shift in lending strategy. Despite a 17% dip in net profit due to one-off costs, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend and reinstated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a 3.2% revenue increase to $1.268 billion and more than doubled its profit after tax to $7.435 million in the first half of FY26, declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 3.0 cents per share.

Ashley Services Group has reported a robust first half for 2026, with significant growth in earnings and dividends, underpinned by strong labour hire and training divisions.

Eagers Automotive Limited has announced a fully franked final dividend of AUD 0.50 per share for the financial year ending December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.

Lovisa Holdings Limited has announced a 50% franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.53 per share for the six months ending 28 December 2025, with payment scheduled for late March.

Beacon Lighting Group reported a 3.21% rise in revenue to $176 million for the half year ending December 2025, yet net profit fell by 6.01%. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 4.1 cents per share.

Vicinity Centres reports a robust FY26 interim profit of $805.6 million, driven by strong leasing and portfolio premiumisation, including the strategic acquisition of Uptown in Brisbane.

Baby Bunting has reported a robust first half FY26 performance, driven by strong sales growth and a record gross margin, while maintaining its full-year profit guidance amid ongoing store refurbishments.

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.

Nick Scali Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.39 per share for the six months ending 31 December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.

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.