Financial Highlights and Sales Trends

Mar 19, 2024

The financial summary for the first half of KMD Brands Limited (ASX: KMD ) fiscal year 2024 reveals significant impacts from various operational factors. Statutory results reflect the influence of IFRS 16 leases, while underlying results provide a clearer picture after excluding this impact. Despite a 14.5% decline in sales, there's a notable 10 bps improvement in gross margin, reaching AU$260.6 million. Operating expenses have decreased by 5.7%, amounting to AU$15.1 million. However, underlying EBITDA has seen a substantial drop of 66.8%, totaling $468.6 million.

Sales history reflects fluctuations across different brands and channels, with notable performances from Rip Curl and Kathmandu. While facing challenges in the consumer environment, efforts to control operating expenses have been effective, contributing to a resilient gross margin. The presentation also highlights brand-specific achievements, such as Rip Curl's success in the wetsuit market and Kathmandu's new loyalty program. Despite sales challenges, the company maintains a strong balance sheet, with a focus on reducing working capital and managing debt effectively, ensuring sufficient funding headroom for future endeavors.

 

 

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