Peter Warren sees profits drop

AutoExec Summary: Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a challenging first half of the 2024-25 financial year, with profits plummeting by 79.4% despite a 2.2% increase in revenue to $1.229 billion. Underlying earnings fell 28.3% to $51.1 million, primarily due to reduced margins in new car sales amidst market oversupply. CEO Andrew Doyle noted a decline in customer demand and indicated that while new car margins remain under pressure, growth in used cars, service, and parts has been favourable. The company aims to optimise costs and enhance revenue streams moving forward.

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