KMD Brands sees half-year earnings triple

KMD Brands sees half-year earnings triple
(Image: KMD Brands)
Ella Somers
Business is booming and the future looks bright for global outdoor apparel firm KMD Brands after the grim slog through the pandemic now appears to be behind the company.Following several years of dour finances, the company reported today that net profit had rocketed up by 352.2% in the six months ended Jan 31. Underlying net profit after tax came to $16.5 million – up from a $5.1m loss in the previous corresponding period.The first half had benefited from record sales, the boom of international tourism and managing to cycle through the Au...

More Retail

ForBarr sticks to underperform on The Warehouse Group
Retail

ForBarr sticks to underperform on The Warehouse Group

Analysts say they need to see tangible improvement.

HelloFresh profit plunges 84% as revenue drops amid customer fallout
Retail

HelloFresh profit plunges 84% as revenue drops amid customer fallout

Meal kit provider HelloFresh New Zealand has reported a steep decline in profit and revenue in 2024, as the business faces continually shrinking results post-pandemic.HelloFresh reported revenue of $117.8 million in the 12 months to Dec 31, 2024, a drop of 18.8% or $27.3m from $1...

Staff reporters 17 Nov 2025
The Warehouse CEO Mark Stirton unveils cost reset amid margin pressure
Retail

The Warehouse CEO Mark Stirton unveils cost reset amid margin pressure

Continued margin pressure and an unsustainable cost base have led The Warehouse Group to implement a comprehensive cost reset programme, something which could see head office roles slashed to save costs.Chief executive Mark Stirton said the group’s shareholders expect decisive ac...

Staff reporters 17 Nov 2025
Want an easier way to travel with a suit?
Retail

Want an easier way to travel with a suit?

Known as ‘convertibles,’ they combine a garment bag with a duffel to carry a suit.