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Oroton trebles profit after rigorous cost-control measures

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Luxury fashion retailer Oroton Group says its profit more than tripled on the back of higher sales and stricter cost and inventory management in FY23. The company booked a net profit of $8.2 million in the 12 months ended July 30, up 3.5 times from last year.

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Solomon Lew plans to spin off Peter Alexander and Smiggle next year

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However, the Australian Financial Review (AFR) said Lew will ensure that the next generation of management stars inside Premier are given their chance to shine. Premier Investments posted net profit after tax of $177.2 The Lew family will retain major shareholdings in Smiggle and Peter Alexander. per cent to $183.9

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Why Premier Investments is “well-placed” to meet economic pressures

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Group chairman Solomon Lew has commended Premier Investment’s strong half year results, attributing standout performances to careful management and execution. Smiggle was a particularly strong performer, with sales for the stationary and accessory brand up by 30 per cent growth. per cent compared to the first half of FY2022, to $174.3

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Best & Less like-for-like sales slump, profit outlook lowered

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To “right-size” the business’ cost base, other expense management initiatives have been implemented however the full benefit of these actions and lower product and shipping costs will not be seen until later this calendar year, it said. million and $4.2 million.

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Solid Christmas trading failed to offset slow summer start for Best & Less

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” He said the business will continue to invest in its best-pricing strategy while effectively managing its inventory and cost levels. If optimal trading conditions persist, the company expects to deliver a second-half pro forma net profit after tax of between $18 million and $20 million.

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Best & Less reports robust trading

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million and net profit after tax of $16.9 A continued focus on inventory efficiency and strong management of supply-chain costs influenced the business. The group has reported first-half revenue of $287.5 Although sales reduced during the first half, like-for-like revenue was stable, up by just 0.1

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Hallenstein Glasson profits hit by Covid

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Trans-Tasman fashion retailer Hallenstein Glasson has reported a 40-per-cent reduction in half-year profit, citing Covid disruptions. million, with net profit at $11.91 Group sales fell 6.5 per cent to $170.63 million compared with the previous corresponding period. per cent of total group sales.