The Metcash Ltd (ASX: MTS) share price is in focus after the company is set to host its Annual General Meeting and delivered a trading update.
What did Metcash report in FY25?
- Group revenue rose 7.2% to $19.5 billion (including charge-through sales)
- Underlying profit after tax fell 2.4% to $275.5 million
- Reported profit after tax climbed 10.1% to $283.3 million
- EBITDA up 8.6% to $747.8 million, while group EBIT increased 2.3% to $507.8 million
- Operating cash flow increased 11.7% to $539 million
- Total fully franked dividend of 18 cents per share, about 72% of underlying profit after tax
What else happened in FY25?
Metcash reported healthy growth in its Food division, with supermarkets and its Campbells & Convenience businesses growing earnings despite lower tobacco sales. In Liquor, the business outperformed the broader market, boosting market share. The year also saw the merger of Superior Foods with Campbells & Convenience, and the combination of Independent Hardware Group and Total Tools to form the Total Tools and Hardware Group, streamlining its operations.
The company continued to progress on ESG targets, achieving further reductions in emissions and earning recognition from global sustainability benchmarks. Board changes included the addition of two new non-executive directors, while the company maintained a focus on gender equality and improved safety.
What did Metcash management say?
Commenting on the company's performance, Group Chief Executive Officer Doug Jones said:
Metcash's increased diversification and operational discipline helped us drive sales and earnings growth, while our focus on working capital delivered strong cash performance across the group.
What's next for Metcash?
Metcash is investing across pillars to strengthen its business and grow future margins. FY26 has started well with sales growth across all business segments. The group is extending further through the value chain, closer to customers, to unlock new sources of revenue and margin expansion. Metcash will also continue with corporate development, including a cross-pillar marketing campaign and targeted store renewals, while keeping ESG and diversity at the centre of its strategy.
Metcash share price snapshot
Over the past 12 months, the Metcash shares have risen 12%, slightly ahead of the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which is up 10% over the same period.
