tiprankstipranks
Trending News
More News >

JB Hi-Fi Reports Strong Half-Year Financials and Strategic Acquisition

Story Highlights
JB Hi-Fi Reports Strong Half-Year Financials and Strategic Acquisition

Confident Investing Starts Here:

JB Hi-Fi Limited ( (AU:JBH) ) just unveiled an update.

JB Hi-Fi Limited reported a strong financial performance for the half-year ending December 2024, with total sales increasing by 9.8% to $5.67 billion and net profit after tax rising by 8.0% to $285.4 million. The company completed a strategic acquisition of 75% of the premium home appliance retailer E. & S. Trading Co., which is expected to complement its existing business. Despite challenging market conditions with increased competitive activity, JB Hi-Fi maintained its competitive edge through disciplined cost control and effective promotional strategies. Online sales saw significant growth, particularly in New Zealand, while the company declared an interim dividend, demonstrating a strong commitment to shareholder returns.

More about JB Hi-Fi Limited

JB Hi-Fi Limited operates in the retail industry, focusing primarily on technology and consumer electronics products. It serves markets in Australia and New Zealand through brands such as JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys, with a strong emphasis on providing high levels of customer service and value.

YTD Price Performance: 10.54%

Average Trading Volume: 273,789

Technical Sentiment Consensus Rating: Sell

Current Market Cap: A$11.2B

For an in-depth examination of JBH stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

Disclaimer & Disclosure

Looking for a trading platform? Check out TipRanks' Best Online Brokers guide, and find the ideal broker for your trades.

Report an Issue

Looking for investment ideas? Subscribe to our Smart Investor newsletter for weekly expert stock picks!
Get real-time notifications on news & analysis, curated for your stock watchlist. Download the TipRanks app today! Get the App