Most interim numbers will be slightly better than consensus, helped by lower interest (where guidance is upgraded). Reducing net debt/gearing is also accompanied by a 2.5% DPS increase. Key strategic actions are gaining traction and, although FX translation headwinds have hampered reported international profits, this could begin to reverse now. Key concerns are unseasonal spring conditions in the clothing/footwear sector (albeit DEB exposure <50%) and uncertainty over recent/planned management c ....
