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S&U H1 Earnings Call Highlights
- On Tuesday, Card Factory reported a 5.3% revenue increase to £260.8 million for the six months ending July 31, 2026, driven by wholesale sales and the Funky Pigeon acquisition completed in August 2025.
- Digital sales jumped £12.8 million, helping offset a 0.7% decrease in total store sales, while like-for-like store sales fell 2% despite the opening of 23 new locations and 24.3% growth in Ireland.
- Adjusted PBT decreased to £12.7 million from £13.2 million a year earlier, though improved product margins helped boost store profitability during the period despite subdued consumer confidence.
- Chief Executive Officer Darcy Willson-Rymer noted the firm has been "encouraged by trading" since the end of July, with disciplined working capital management delivering strong Free Cash Flow.
- Integration of Funky Pigeon and delivery of £5 million in synergies from FY28 remain on track, as the retailer optimizes its 1,126-shop estate and broadens celebrations market reach through international partnerships.
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S&U H1 Earnings Call Highlights
S&U (LON:SUS) reported first-half profit before tax of £15.7 million, up 1% from £15.6 million a year earlier, as higher revenue and stable impairment charges offset increased funding and sales costs. Chairman Anthony Coombs said the comparison included an exceptional recovery at As
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