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Kogan.com reports strong growth with USD $493m sales in 1H25

Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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Kogan.com has revealed impressive financial results for the first half of FY25, with gross sales up 10.3% to USD $492.5 million and profitability increasing significantly.
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Kogan to maintain Mighty Ape staff, branding

Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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With the acquisition of Mighty Ape, Kogan plans to make the most of its new asset by supporting the current team.
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Spirit Telecom adds esteemed exec Greg Ridder to board

Tue, 5th Nov 2019
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Spirit Telecom has appointed Greg Ridder, renowned for his eCommerce expertise and roles with ASX-listed firms, to its board, furthering its digital ambitions.
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realme smartphones launch into Aussie market

Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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The Oppo-supported up-and-comer has announced the release of four devices, three of which include quad-camera, all under $500.
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Challenger mobile service provider Kogan Mobile launches on Vodafone network

Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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With 30, 90 and 365 day prepay options, New Zealanders can choose a saving to suit their lifestyle and bring their own device and their own number.
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eBay king of online shopping ahead of Gumtree, Amazon, Kogan

Tue, 19th Jun 2018
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eBay is the favourite online shopping with over 9.4m Aussies visiting in an average four weeks, ahead of local second-hand site Gumtree with 5.6m.
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One year on Kogan.com celebrates success of Dick Smith online business

Mon, 15th May 2017
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One year on from its acquisition of the failed Dick Smith’s online business, Kogan.com says the business is ‘thriving’ and is ‘a sustainable retailer'.
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Kogan beats FY17 forecast in first half following strong Christmas trading

Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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Kogan.com, which last year acquired and resurrected Dick Smith's online business, has beaten its full year forecast in the first six months of FY17.
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Kogan takes on Apple with slim laptop range

Mon, 9th Jan 2017
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Kogan unveils Atlas UltraSlim series, challenging Apple with sleek design and wallet-friendly prices in the laptop market.
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New Dick Smith online store claims Kiwi success

Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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As the Australian Supreme Court hearing into the demise of Dick Smith rumbles on, the new Dick Smith online store is already claiming local success.
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Kogan.com exceeds FY16 prospectus expectations

Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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Australia's leading pure-play online retailer, Kogan.com, has surpassed its financial forecast for FY16 with total revenue of AUD 211.2m.
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Dick Smith shareholders told there's nothing in the bank for them

Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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Dick Smith shareholders won't be recouping any of their investment, with administrators this week confirming the cupboards are bare.
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Dick Smith back online as Kogan relaunches brand

Wed, 4th May 2016
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The new online Dick Smith brand has launched with new owners Kogan.com promising to 'rebuild the legacy of the brand' as a leading tech retailer.
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Final farewell: Closures for last Dick Smith stores set

Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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The dates have been announced for the closure of the final Dick Smith stores, bringing to an end nearly 50 years of business.
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Dick Smith closures gather pace with dates for 108 more stores confirmed

Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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The rolling closure of Dick Smith stores continues with closure dates for another 108 stores - including all Kiwi stores - announced today.
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Updated: Dick Smith stores given closure deadline of April 30

Thu, 31st Mar 2016
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Dates for the closures of the Dick Smith stores have been announced, with all stores across Australia and New Zealand due to be closed by May 01.
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UPDATED: Dick Smith name to live on under new owners, Kogan.com

Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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Kogan.com has purchased Dick Smith's online business and plans to keep the Dick Smith brand alive. Ruslan Kogan explains why - and how.
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Kogan pays penalty for inflating prices pre-sale

Mon, 18th Jan 2016
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Online retailer Kogan ha paid $32,400 in penalties after being accused of increasing prices of computer monitors before putting them on sale.
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Kogan Mobile returns to telco market

Mon, 19th Oct 2015
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Kogan Mobile partners with Vodafone to disrupt the telco space, offering bargain deals and Qantas points to savvy shoppers.
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Kogan.com ramps up Kiwi play launching flagship ranges

Thu, 13th Aug 2015
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Online retailer steps up its play for the New Zealand market, launching its flagship range of 'affordable' smartphones locally.