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Topps Tiles

July 2022

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  • Epic Code:
  • TPT
  • Price:
  • 50p
Topps’ weak share price belies a strong operating performance with first half results ahead of expectations. Adjusted pretax profit rose 37% to £7m (Peel Hunt forecast: £6.5m), in spite of gross margin declining c.1.5% to 56% reflecting the rising cost of sales (gas, shipping, tight raw materials supply).Its Retail division increased like-for-like sales 23% on a two year basis, supported by further store optimisation (300 by this year-end), category expansion (including outdoor and luxury vinyl) and format development, which have contributed to +23% sales density growth over the past three years. The Commercial division increased 24% year-on-year to £5m, albeit generating a loss of £0.7m, but H2 is expected to reach breakeven ...

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