Half year sales rise by 10% at flooring group

Flooring distributor Likewise has reported a growth in half year sales and profit.

According to its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025, total sales rose 10.2% to £77.9m. Sales in Likewise Branded grew by 14.1% in the period.

Underlying EBITDA resulted at £4.4m, an uptick of 21%, while pre-tax profit stood at £0.74m, representing an increase of 120%.

Likewise said that the strong performance is a result of the extensive Sales and Marketing initiatives including the appointment of 21 new Sales Executives in the last 18 months supported by the established Logistics Network in both Likewise Floors and Valley Wholesale Carpets.

“The Board is now considering additional investment to capitalise on market opportunities to take Sales Revenue over £250 million,” the group said. “This includes developing a clearly defined 5 year plan of investment in organic growth whilst maintaining the flexibility to take advantage of opportunities that may arise.”

Tony Brewer, Chief Executive of Likewise Group plc, said: “Notwithstanding the particularly hot weather taking the edge off our sales growth, the Group has achieved a very strong performance in the first eight months, including July and August, with like for like Sales improving by 10.2%.

“We have created the foundations to benefit from the typically busier Autumn period. The Management and Sales Teams are poised to take advantage of these extensive opportunities supported by Staff throughout our Businesses. We thank everyone for their hard work and contribution to the Group.

“We very much appreciate and thank our suppliers, customers, shareholders and all stakeholders for their continued support.

“The Group is in a particularly strong position to capitalise on the many opportunities, which provide a very exciting future for all involved.”

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