Pick n Pay Stores (PIK) Trading update summary
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Trading update summary
21 May, 2026Updated earnings outlook
No longer expects an increased headline loss per share for FY26 compared to FY25, reversing previous guidance.
Headline loss per share (HEPS) for FY26 now expected to improve by 10% to 20% over FY25.
Loss per share (EPS) for FY26 anticipated to improve by 5% to 15% over FY25.
FY26 trading loss after lease interest for the Pick n Pay segment projected between R2.0 billion and R2.1 billion, higher than FY25's R1.7 billion loss.
Improved outlook driven by stronger-than-expected results from Boxer Retail and better trading and margin management in the final month.
Pro forma financial information and reporting
Trading loss after lease interest is presented as pro forma financial information for illustrative purposes.
Pro forma figures are based on audited financial statements and will be accompanied by an assurance report from auditors.
FY26 results release and presentation
FY26 financial results will be released on 25 May 2026 at 7:05 am SAST.
Results presentation will follow at 8:30 am, available both online and in-person.
Presentation slides and webcast playback will be accessible on the investor relations website.
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