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Clicks reports solid FY earnings, outlines plans to increase online presence
Clicks reported a jump in full year earnings, declaring a final dividend of 450 cents per share. The company was deemed an essential service during lockdown, with its stores stayed open. With the intention to use its reach and distribution network, Clicks announced that it wants to sell a Covid-19 vaccine once it becomes available. Clicks CEO, Vikesh Ramsunder joins CNBC Africa for more.
Clicks combs out hair-raising issue, vows to go after the EFF
Clicks is in hot water, after the retailer published a TRESemmé hair advert that was seen as racially offensive. It referred to black women’s hair as damaged, dry and dull; with white women’s hair described as was fine, flat and normal. Clicks has since removed the advert and apologized. In a bid to shut down trading at Clicks today, EFF members took to 37 stores to protest. Several stores have been damaged. Clicks CEO, Vikesh Ramsunder joins CNBC Africa for more.
Clicks rolling out new stores despite COVID-19
Clicks is going ahead with plans to open 38 new stores and 40 new pharmacies despite uncertainties of how COVID-19 will impact the economy. The pharmaceutical retailer has however put dividends and share buybacks on ice, opting to preserve cash for tough times ahead. Clicks CEO, Vikesh Ramsunder joins CNBC Africa for more.
Clicks’ focus on SA pays off
Clicks, a darling of investors, annual dividends grew 17 per cent to 327 cents apiece after further extending its reach in the pharmacy market and gaining new bulk distribution contracts. The retailer said it has adapted well to trading in this protracted economic downturn and is confident of sustaining volume growth in the year ahead by growing market share. Vikesh Ramsunder, CEO, Clicks Group joins CNBC Africa for more.
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