Card Factory (CARD) Trading Update summary
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Trading Update summary
12 Dec, 2025Trading performance
UK store sales have underperformed due to ongoing consumer pressures and soft high street footfall.
Adjusted profit before tax for the full year is now expected to be between £55m and £60m, reflecting current trading trends.
Strategic initiatives and outlook
Continued progress on the 'Simplify and Scale' productivity and efficiency programme to offset high inflation.
Businesses in the Republic of Ireland and North America are performing in line with expectations.
Integration of Funky Pigeon is proceeding as planned.
The share buyback programme will continue, and a progressive full-year dividend is anticipated.
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