WESFARMERS has released its first half year financial results for 2025-26, with the Wesfarmers Health division recording an 8.4% increase in revenue and a 35.7% rise in earnings (PD breaking news).
Priceline Pharmacy posted a 14.4% boost in sales, including dispensary sales, underpinned by network expansion, promotional campaigns and differentiated personal care products.
Thirteen new Priceline stores were opened, with the Atomica beauty format expanding to six stores and providing positive early trading results.
Growth in InstantScripts services ensured digital health maintained strong momentum, while its Health Hub pilot opened two new outlets in 1H26, bringing its footprint to three stores.
The group has invested and leveraged unique loyalty and digital assets, such as the Sister Club, which now has 10 million members, and a new Priceline app.
Wesfarmers Health integrated Pharmacy 4 Less into its stable, with Wesfarmers Health chief customer officer Richard Pearson indicating at the time that it had "good growth potential".
The report to shareholders acknowledged the financial difficulties of the Infinity Group franchisees, reaffirming that the stores continue to trade well as they undergo the administration process (PD 18 Dec 2025).
Improved performance in wholesale and reduced costs across the business also contributed to the positive results.
In terms of outlook, the report to shareholders noted that "Wesfarmers Health is well-positioned to improve long-term earnings and returns by executing its transformation program and capitalising on favourable structural trends in health and beauty". KB
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