Latest KMD Brands News & Updates
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Global outdoor, lifestyle and sports company
kmdbrands.com- Headquarters
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Company type
- Public company
- Number of employees
- 1,000–5,000
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Latest news about KMD Brands
In short: KMD Brands executed a major capital raise, initiated a strategic transformation, and underwent board and leadership changes following deep losses.
Company announcements
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KMD Brands issues market update
Positive sales trends reported for first five months of 2026 FY, especially Kathmandu. Thanks media for highlighting Next Level transformation momentum.
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KMD Brands receives A+ in Forsyth Barr ESG ratings
It ranks #1 in consumer sector, top five overall, with highest Governance score and improved Carbon rating from B- to A. The report highlights ongoing ESG progress.
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KMD Brands maintains Leader status in 2025 ESG ratings
It ranks #1 in consumer sector and top five overall with highest Governance score and improved Carbon rating from B- to A. ESG underpins Next Level strategy.
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KMD Brands updates investors on FY25 and FY26
The Group CEO Brent Scrimshaw outlines the Next Level strategy, early Kathmandu momentum, Oboz growth pathway and a Q1 FY26 trading update. The webcast is available.
Media coverage
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Super Retail boss leaves door open to KMD Brands acquisition
Super Retail Group has not ruled out pursuing assets from struggling outdoor retailer KMD Brands, with managing director and chief executive Paul Bradshaw indicating the...
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Philip Bowman new chair at KMD Brands
KMD Brands has announced a chair transition and board renewal. Non-executive director Philip Bowman has been elected as the new chair of the board, succeeding...
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KMD Brands Expands Equity Base With Major Retail Share Issue
KMD Brands Limited ( (NZ:KMD)) just unveiled an update. KMD Brands Limited has issued 351,832,889 fully paid ordinary shares at NZ$0.06 each as part of...
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KMD secures funds but share price suffers
News that KMD Brands had secured the $65. 3 million it sought has not been welcomed by the market, as shares opened 2. 9% lower...
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