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Metcash Limited Reports Steady Profit Growth

Metcash Limited Reports Steady Profit Growth

Metcash Limited ( (MCSHF) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Metcash Limited presented to its investors.

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Metcash Limited is a leading wholesale distribution and marketing company operating in the food, liquor, and hardware sectors across Australia and New Zealand. It provides a wide range of products and services to independent retailers and businesses.

In its latest earnings report for the half-year ending October 2025, Metcash Limited reported a consolidated net profit of $142.2 million, showing a slight increase from the previous year’s $141.8 million. The company’s sales revenue remained steady at $8,477.5 million, with a gross profit of $1,155.9 million.

Key financial highlights include a marginal increase in net profit attributable to equity holders, which reached $142.2 million, up from $141.8 million in the previous period. The company’s earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) for its food, liquor, and hardware segments were $124.1 million, $43.5 million, and $90.0 million, respectively. The report also noted significant items that contributed positively to the financial results, including a $13.2 million gain.

Metcash’s balance sheet showed total assets of $7,183.7 million, with an increase in inventories and trade receivables. The company also reported a net cash flow from operating activities of $262.3 million, highlighting its strong cash generation capability.

Looking ahead, Metcash Limited remains focused on its strategic initiatives, including the ongoing implementation of Program Horizon, aimed at enhancing its technological infrastructure. The management maintains a positive outlook, anticipating continued growth and operational efficiency improvements in the coming periods.

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