Halfords Group Reports Steady Growth for Half-Year 2025

Halfords Group PLC has released a trading update for the first half of 2025, showing sustained progress with a 4.1% increase in like-for-like sales. Retail sales grew by 4%, while Autocentres saw a growth of 4.3%. The reported group sales rose by 3.3%, reflecting stable performance across its segments.

The company noted an expansion in gross margins, supported by planned cost savings to counteract inflationary pressures. Strong cash generation and efficient stock management have further solidified the balance sheet, maintaining a stable outlook for the full year.

Interim results, scheduled for release on 27 November, will include a detailed strategy update. CEO Henry Birch expressed satisfaction with the results and recognized the efforts of the workforce in achieving these outcomes.