Card Factory reported a 5.3% revenue increase to £260.8 million in the first half, maintaining its full-year profit forecast despite weaker UK store sales. Adjusted profit before tax fell slightly by 3.8% to £12.7 million due to investments in digital and international growth, while statutory profit before tax rose 63.4% to £12.3 million. Digital sales grew following the Funky Pigeon acquisition, and wholesale sales increased by 13.6%, with expected synergies on track for 2028. The company remains confident in its outlook, supported by improved UK like-for-like sales and strong trading in Ireland, with a focus on the second half and Christmas period.
Card Factory's recent performance is presented with Pluang's Consumer Cyclical sector data as of Sep 29, 2026 14:01 WIB. Among 112 US stocks in this sector, 34 rose and 67 fell today. Notable movers include Gogoro Inc (GGR) at USD 3.23 with a 5.90% increase and 100% sell order activity, Gap Inc (GAP) at USD 22.94 up 5.13% with 74% buy orders, and Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) at USD 39.77 down 4.70% with 100% buy orders. The most notable figure is Gogoro Inc's 5.90% price increase.
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