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Fletcher Building’s Q2 FY26 volumes edged up modestly from the previous quarter, buoyed by gains in light building products, while heavy materials continued to decline amid ongoing margin pressures.

Fletcher Building has prepaid all US Private Placement notes, simplifying its capital structure and reducing interest costs, while extending key credit facilities to bolster liquidity.

Fletcher Building has completed the sale of its 13.4% stake in the Pūhoi to Warkworth toll road, marking its exit from public-private partnership investments and a renewed focus on core operations.

Fletcher Building reports a decline in sales volumes and margin pressures in Q1 FY26, driven by weak demand and intense competition in New Zealand. The company launches a NZ$100 million cost-out program to navigate ongoing market challenges.

Fletcher Building reported a $419 million net loss for FY25 on softer demand and legacy costs but halved its net debt to $999 million through strategic capital management and divestments.

Fletcher Building has initiated a strategic review exploring potential divestment of its Construction Division, responding to inbound interest and strong recent performance. While no sale decision has been made, the company is actively considering options.

Fletcher Building unveiled a comprehensive strategic review and FY25 outlook at its Investor Day, highlighting a focus on manufacturing and distribution alongside significant restructuring costs. The company targets a leaner operation with disciplined capital management and a net debt goal of NZD 400m to 900m.

Fletcher Building and its joint venture partner have resolved a longstanding dispute with NZTA over COVID-19 and weather-related delays on the Puhoi to Warkworth motorway, resulting in a $16.4 million EBIT loss in FY25 but securing $56 million in cash proceeds.

Fletcher Building has confirmed it is fielding inquiries from potential buyers following its strategic review announcement, though no sales decisions have been made. Investors await clarity at the upcoming Investor Day.

Fletcher Building is dissolving its Australian Division, folding operations into two new trans-Tasman units, while targeting $15 million in annual cost savings as market challenges persist.

Fletcher Building reported a challenging HY25 with a 7% revenue decline and a net loss of NZ$134 million, while executing a $700 million equity raise to strengthen its balance sheet and advancing significant cost reduction initiatives.