South Africa’s Dis-Chem Posts 9% Jump in First-Half Profit Amid Wholesale Surge
Dis‑Chem Pharmacies reported a 9% rise in headline earnings for the six-month period ending August 31, 2025, despite a tough consumer backdrop. Group revenue climbed 8.7% to R21.3 billion ($1.23 billion). Wholesale sales jumped 11.1% to R16.8 billion, driven by strong support to independent pharmacies. Earnings per share increased to 73.8 cents from 67.7 cents…