Lewis Group's portfolio of well-established brands offers investors exposure across southern Africa's retail customer market.
The board believes the following factors motivate an investment case for Lewis Group and should support competitive long-term returns for shareholders despite the challenging macro-economic conditions that affect the Group.
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Business model
1
Business model
Our decentralised store based business model, supported by sophisticated technology driven controls continues to prove resilient.
2
Retail environment
2
Retail environment
Our brands have an extensive retail footprint and a wide merchandise offering, appealing to all market segments through the extensive retail footprint, credit offering and exclusive merchandise.
3
Extensive and expanding retail footprint
3
Extensive and expanding retail footprint
We have deep penetration into the retail market with hundreds of stores across urban and rural areas in southern Africa. Our stores are located close to areas where target customers.
4
Exclusive merchandise
4
Exclusive merchandise
We offer differentiated, exclusive and quality product ranges across all brands. Products are sourced locally and offshore. Our strong supplier relationships and merchandise planning ensure optimal stock levels.
5
Customer loyalty and engagement
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Customer loyalty and engagement
High levels of brand awareness are supported by an extensive social media following.
6
Credit risk management
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Credit risk management
We have extensive experience in managing credit risk in the lower-to middle-income market.
7
Capital management strategy
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Capital management strategy
Robust balance sheet and commitment to reinvestment for growth in the debtors book and store footprint.
8
Leadership team
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Leadership team
Our experienced, stable team has led the business through previous economic downturns.
1
Business model
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Business model
Our decentralised store based business model, supported by sophisticated technology driven controls continues to prove resilient.
2
Retail environment
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Retail environment
Our brands have an extensive retail footprint and a wide merchandise offering, appealing to all market segments through the extensive retail footprint, credit offering and exclusive merchandise.
3
Extensive and expanding retail footprint
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Extensive and expanding retail footprint
We have deep penetration into the retail market with hundreds of stores across urban and rural areas in southern Africa. Our stores are located close to areas where target customers.
4
Exclusive merchandise
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Exclusive merchandise
We offer differentiated, exclusive and quality product ranges across all brands. Products are sourced locally and offshore. Our strong supplier relationships and merchandise planning ensure optimal stock levels.
5
Customer loyalty and engagement
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Customer loyalty and engagement
High levels of brand awareness are supported by an extensive social media following.
6
Credit risk management
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Credit risk management
We have extensive experience in managing credit risk in the lower-to middle-income market.
7
Capital management strategy
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Capital management strategy
Robust balance sheet and commitment to reinvestment for growth in the debtors book and store footprint.
8
Leadership team
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Leadership team
Our experienced, stable team has led the business through previous economic downturns.
