Best Mart 360 reports revenue up 3.1% on store network growth

Best Mart 360 Holdings Limited announced its interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2025, reporting revenue of approximately HK$1,436,576,000, a 3.1% increase compared to HK$1,393,691,000 in the same period last year. Gross profit for the period rose by 2.0% to HK$518,177,000, though the gross profit margin slightly decreased to 36.1% from 36.4% due to heightened promotional activities and market competition. Profit attributable to owners of the company saw a marginal decrease of 0.9% to HK$120,652,000.

As of June 30, 2025, the group operated 178 chain retail stores across Hong Kong and Macau, alongside 8 "FoodVille" stores. Total cash and bank balances increased to approximately HK$184,096,000 from HK$159,510,000 at the end of 2024. The current ratio remained stable at 1.4. The group's total bank borrowings significantly decreased by 72% to HK$20,341,000, while unutilised banking facilities stood at HK$240,133,000.

The board recommended an interim dividend of HK11.0 cents per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025, amounting to HK$110,000,000. The group continues its strategy of global procurement, product portfolio optimisation, and digital engagement through its membership mobile app, which has registered members reaching 2,243,198.