Coventry Group Shows Strong Growth in H1 FY24

Feb 23, 2024

Coventry Group's (ASX: CGL) H1 FY24 results demonstrate significant improvement, with sales up by 5.4% to AU$185.3 million and underlying EBITDA rising by 18.1% to AU$9.8 million compared to H1 FY23. Despite a statutory net loss of -AU$0.4 million, attributed to ERP project costs, the Group maintains a solid balance sheet with Net Tangible Assets of AU$35.8 million and Net Assets of AU$112.0 million. CEO Robert Bulluss attributes the growth to strategic initiatives aimed at achieving 10% EBITDA to sales ratio, which resulted in positive outcomes, especially in Australia's primary end markets.

While New Zealand operations faced challenges due to the economic downturn, Bulluss remains optimistic about its rebound. Konnect and Artia Australia performed exceptionally well, with sales up by 9.3% and EBITDA by 89.2%, while New Zealand branches faced short-term market challenges. The ERP upgrade progresses as planned, and the focus is on reducing debt and improving cash conversion. No interim dividends are declared, with plans to increase market share and achieve best trade distribution margins in the long run. Positive January 2024 trading performance sets an optimistic tone for future updates.

 

 

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