DFI Retail Group Holdings Limited released its half-year results for the six months ended 30 June 2026, showing significant improvements in financial performance. Underlying profit from continuing businesses increased by 44% to US$117 million, while reported profit reached US$118 million, compared to a US$38 million loss in the same period the previous year. Like-for-like subsidiary sales growth improved to 3%, with the Health & Beauty segment maintaining strong sales and Convenience and Home Furnishings returning to growth. E-commerce and DFIQ Media contributed to approximately 35% of sales growth. The return on capital employed rose to 12%, up from 9% as of December 2025. The company announced an interim dividend of US¢6.20 per share, representing a 77% increase year-on-year, and maintained its full-year dividend payout guidance of 70%. It raised its full-year organic revenue growth guidance to between 3.0% and 4.0%, and underlying profit guidance to between US$285 million and US$305 million. Additionally, DFI Retail acquired Cody Hong Kong, a leading outdoor advertising provider in Hong Kong.
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