Metcash
MTS.ASXConsumer Staples
Wholesaler to independent retailers in food, grocery, liquor, hardware and automotive industries.
Market Data
$3.070
+0.0%$3.4B
11.9x
$0.258
5.86%
-0.1%
Latest Earnings
FY26 Half Year Results Announcement
1 December 2025
Metcash delivered solid HY26 results with Group revenue of $8.5bn (flat at +0.1%, +0.4% including charge-through) and EBITDA growing 2.0% to $367.2m, underpinned by strong Food pillar performance despite an unprecedented 35% decline in tobacco sales. Underlying NPAT decreased 5.9% to $126.7m due to lower Hardware and Liquor earnings and increased depreciation, though exceptional operating cash flow of $262.3m (+59.9%) and positive trading momentum ex-tobacco support management's cautious outlook for continued growth. Key points: Exceptional operating cash flow of $262.3m, up 59.9%, with 3-year rolling cash realisation ratio of 105.9% exceeding guidance of 80-90%; Food pillar delivered earnings growth of 3.5% despite unprecedented 35.1% decline in tobacco sales, demonstrating strong diversification and resilience; Strong momentum in 2H26 early trading: ex-tobacco sales growth of +2.9% in first 4 weeks, with acceleration in Supermarkets (+3.4%) and Foodservice & Convenience (+6.9%)
Recent Announcements
Trading Update
Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS) released a trading update for the year ended 30 April 2026, reporting expected Underlying Profit After Tax of $268–270 million, driven by resilient Food and Liquor performance and improved Hardware & Tools momentum, with the company implementing additional cost initiatives targeting at least $25m in annualised FY27 savings.
Earnings Release - 22 June 2026
Upcoming earnings release expected 22 June 2026 (from Yahoo Finance (confirmed))
Becoming a substantial holder
BlackRock Inc. and its multiple subsidiaries have become substantial shareholders in Metcash Limited (MTS), acquiring ordinary shares through various transactions between November 24, 2025 and February 2026 at prices ranging from AUD 3.20 to AUD 3.85 per share, with total relevant interests held across numerous BlackRock entities totaling approximately 146 million shares.
Ceasing to be a substantial holder from PPT
PPT ceased to be a substantial holder.
FY26 Half Year Results Presentation
Metcash Limited released its FY26 half-year results presentation on 1 December 2025, reporting group revenue of $9.6 billion, EBITDA of $367.2 million (+2.0%), and underlying profit after tax of $126.7 million, with an interim dividend of 8.5 cents per share and strong cash generation of $262 million.
FY26 Half Year Results Announcement
Metcash delivered solid HY26 results with Group revenue of $8.5bn (flat at +0.1%, +0.4% including charge-through) and EBITDA growing 2.0% to $367.2m, underpinned by strong Food pillar performance despite an unprecedented 35% decline in tobacco sales. Underlying NPAT decreased 5.9% to $126.7m due to lower Hardware and Liquor earnings and increased depreciation, though exceptional operating cash flow of $262.3m (+59.9%) and positive trading momentum ex-tobacco support management's cautious outlook for continued growth. Key points: Exceptional operating cash flow of $262.3m, up 59.9%, with 3-year rolling cash realisation ratio of 105.9% exceeding guidance of 80-90%; Food pillar delivered earnings growth of 3.5% despite unprecedented 35.1% decline in tobacco sales, demonstrating strong diversification and resilience; Strong momentum in 2H26 early trading: ex-tobacco sales growth of +2.9% in first 4 weeks, with acceleration in Supermarkets (+3.4%) and Foodservice & Convenience (+6.9%)
Appendix 4D and FY26 Half Year Financial Report
Metcash delivered flat reported revenue of $8.5bn (+0.1%) with underlying EBITDA growth of 2.0% to $367.2m, driven by strong Food pillar performance offsetting declines in Liquor and Hardware. Underlying profit after tax declined 5.9% to $126.7m due to lower earnings in Hardware and Liquor, higher finance costs, and increased depreciation, with the company maintaining a fully franked interim dividend of 8.5 cents per share. Key points: Food pillar delivered strong growth with EBIT up 3.5% to $124.1m despite tobacco decline and reduced strategic buying opportunities, demonstrating resilience and operational excellence; Liquor outperformed the market and gained share, delivering positive trading performance underpinned by shopper preference for convenience and differentiated offer; Gross profit improved 5.5% to $1,155.9m, reflecting better cost of sales management and strong operational performance
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