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Dusk Group Delivers Record First-Half Sales with Strengthening Momentum.

Dusk Group Limited (ASX: DSK) reported a solid 1H FY26 result, reflecting continued progress in its strategic reset and product rejuvenation. Total sales increased 5.1% year-on-year to AU$91.8 million, marking a record first-half performance, with like-for-like growth of 3.6%. Online sales rose 16.5% to AU$8.0 million, lifting digital penetration to 8.7% of total sales. Gross profit reached AU$59.9 million, maintaining a margin of 65.2%, while underlying EBIT improved 3.5% to AU$14.3 million. Net profit also recorded steady growth.

Performance was supported by refreshed core product ranges, growth in the Bath & Body category, improved loyalty engagement, and stronger in-store execution. The AfterGlow store format delivered encouraging trial results, supporting plans for further rollout and network optimisation.

The Group ended the period with AU$35.8 million in cash and no debt, declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 4.0 cents per share. Early second-half trading indicates continued positive momentum.

 

 

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