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FFI HOLDINGS LIMITED — Capital/Financing Update 2012
Jun 12, 2012
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Capital/Financing Update
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F.F.I. HOLDINGS LIMITED
A.C.N. 009 155 328
23 Knock Place, Jandakot, W.A. 6164 Telephone +61 8 9417 4088 Facsimile +61 8 9417 3063
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
PROFIT GUIDANCE UPDATE
In accordance with the ASX continuous disclosure reporting requirements, the Directors of FFI Holdings Limited (the “ Company ”) advise that based on draft unaudited financial management accounts for the 11 months ended 31[st] May 2012, the Company expects net profit before tax for the full year ending 30th June 2012 (“ FY2012 ”) to be approximately $3.0 million or 15% less than that reported in the previous year.
Trading conditions during the second half of FY2012 have been more difficult than previously anticipated. Weaker than expected revenue growth resulting from further deterioration in retail discretionary spending, together with a number of issues affecting production has impacted on current year profits.
While market conditions are generally outside our control, the Company has addressed and is managing these operational issues and they are not expected to have a long term impact on future earnings.
The Company’s diversified product mix and its niche market position means it is well placed to return to future profit growth.
The Company has continued to progress the potential development of its industrial/commercial land which is held for investment purposes. The Directors are not expecting any revaluation of the land to be included in the FY2012 profit result (nil in FY2011).
Although the trading environment remains uncertain, the Directors maintain their optimistic long term outlook and continue to review the many options for expanding the Company by utilising the strong balance sheet, low gearing and solid cash flows.
About FFI Holdings Ltd.
F.F.I. Holdings Ltd is a West Australian based food company with manufacturing, processing and packing operations covering the following areas –
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“Chocolate Products of Australia” – industrial supply of chocolate and chocolate compounds.
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“Nemar Cake Toppings” – cake toppings and confectionery products.
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“Prepact”- contract packing and blending.
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“Fresh Food Industries” – bakers jams and fruit fillings.
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“Tradition Smallgoods” – fresh sausages, bacon and processed meat products.
Rodney Moonen
Chairman 13[th] June 2012