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Universal Store Holdings Limited (ASX:UNI)

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Announcement
Release
20 Aug 2026 9:10AM
Price at Release
$7.050
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Summary
Universal Store Holdings Limited announced robust financial results for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, with a 12.9% increase in group sales to $376.1 million and a gross profit margin improvement to 62.5%. Universal Store and Perfect Stranger saw significant sales growth, while CTC sales declined due to wholesale challenges. The company reported an underlying EBIT increase of 17.2%, reaching $64.0 million. Despite a statutory NPAT of $18.2 million, impacted by non-cash impairment charges, the company remains optimistic about future growth with plans for new store openings and continued investment in team and technology.
Key Points
  • Universal Store Holdings Limited reported strong financial results for FY26.
  • Group sales reached $376.1 million, a 12.9% increase from the previous period.
  • The group's gross profit margin improved to 62.5%, an increase of 140 basis points.
  • Universal Store sales grew by 11.5%, while Perfect Stranger sales saw a 40.8% increase.
  • CTC sales declined by 9.2% due to challenges in the wholesale channel.
  • The company achieved an underlying EBIT of $64.0 million, up 17.2% from the previous year.
  • There was a statutory NPAT of $18.2 million, which included $23.8 million in non-cash impairment charges.
  • The group has 123 physical stores, including Universal Store, Perfect Stranger, and THRILLS locations.
  • CEO Alice Barbery highlighted the company's focus on offering on-trend products and maintaining cost discipline.
  • The company plans to open 16 to 20 new stores in FY27.
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