Gear4music is a leading international online retailer of musical instruments and equipment.
Strong Q3 gross margin progress in line with new operating model priorities
G4M’s pattern of trading across the Q3 peak period (to 31 December) closely mirrored that seen in H1. UK revenues were marginally higher, while total group revenues were 6% lower than last year, reflecting the challenging market conditions in Europe. A strong 260bp advance in gross margin more than offset the revenue decline, delivering a £0.4m increase in gross profit against Q3 FY23. Combined with cost reductions that were in line with Board expectations, the group continues resolutely to focus on its objective of prioritising profitability over top-line growth. This in turn ensures that G4M is well positioned to deliver profitable growth in FY25E.