Dis-Chem, the pharmacy retailer, reported HEPS down 12.8% to 64.3c. Revenue increased 8% to R23bn, supported by Better Rewards and new store openings. Higher operating expenses, investment in technology and increased finance costs weighed on earnings. Comparable pharmacy store revenue grew 3.4%, while the interim dividend fell 12.9% to 25.62c per share.
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