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Harvey Norman Holdings H2 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H2 2026 earnings summary27 Aug, 2026
Executive summary
Reported profit before tax rose 4.9% year-over-year to $790.29m, with strong performance from franchising, international retail, and property segments.
System sales revenue increased 3.1% to $9.64bn, with Australian franchisee sales up 2.4% and company-operated sales up 4.5%.
International expansion continued, with five new overseas stores opened and robust profit growth in New Zealand, Ireland, Singapore, Malaysia, Slovenia, and Croatia.
Maintained a strong balance sheet with net assets of $4.94bn (up 2.0%) and low net debt-to-equity ratio of 18.81%.
Operating earnings grew, supported by technology-led categories and continued investment in digital transformation.
Financial highlights
EBITDA increased 5.0% to $1.18bn; EBIT rose 5.3% to $917.02m.
Reported profit after tax and NCI was $528.46m, up 2.0% year-over-year.
Basic EPS grew to 42.41c, and fully-franked dividends per share increased to 27.56c.
Operating cash flows were $537.22m, impacted by higher inventory investment and working capital timing.
Profit before tax excluding AASB 16, property revaluations, and pecuniary penalty was $654.69m, up 10.9%.
Outlook and guidance
July 2026 sales declined in Australia and New Zealand due to timing of product launches, but underlying sales momentum in Europe remained positive.
Plans to open new stores in Australia, UK, Malaysia, Singapore, Ireland, and Croatia in FY27 and beyond.
Focus remains on long-term sustainable growth, leveraging substantial property ownership and low gearing.
Continued investment in international expansion and technology-led categories.
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Harvey Norman Holdings Limited is an Australian-based conglomerate with a diverse portfolio that spans integrated retail, franchise, property, and digital systems. The company is renowned for its franchising model, under which it grants franchises to independent proprietors under three leading brand names: Harvey Norman, Domayne, and Joyce Mayne. These franchises sell a wide range of products, including electrical goods, furniture, computerized communications, bedding and Manchester, kitchen and small appliances, bathroom and tiles, and carpets and flooring. The company is headquartered in Homebush West, Australia, and its shares are listed on the ASX.