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Kathmandu owner holds capital raising at steep discount

KMD Brands has been forced to raise funds at a 69 per cent discount, meaning shareholders are about to be stung with sharp losses.

AAP · Mar 31

Kathmandu, Rip Curl owner slumps to huge full-year loss

The owner of Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz footwear, KMD Brands has posted a statutory loss of $105 million - its worst result in at least a decade.

AAP · Sep 24, 2025

Rip Curl owner plans store cutbacks in turnaround plan

KMD Brands will close at least 21 stores and has shaken up its senior leadership team as part of a turnaround plan that includes a $25 million cost reset.

AAP · Sep 4, 2025