Sales of 2.2068 trillion KRW, up 7.4%
"Differentiated products show positive effects"

BGF Retail, which operates convenience store CU, recorded a sales growth rate in line with market expectations despite consumer downturn.


BGF Retail Q3 Operating Profit 87 Billion KRW... 4.9% Decrease YoY (Comprehensive) View original image

BGF Retail announced on the 2nd that its consolidated operating profit for the third quarter of this year was 87 billion KRW, down 4.9% from the same period last year.


Second quarter sales increased by 7.4% to 2.2068 trillion KRW, and net profit also rose 1.0% to 70 billion KRW.


This sales and operating profit are similar to the market forecasts of 2.21 trillion KRW and 87.9 billion KRW, respectively.


The company explained that differentiated products and budget-friendly promotions tailored to the high inflation era showed positive effects, resulting in a sales growth rate that met consensus.



A BGF Retail official said, "Continuous rain in July and increased operating costs acted as performance variables," adding, "In the second half of the year, demand for ready-to-eat foods and winter products is expected to increase, so steady growth is anticipated."


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