JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX:JBH) Is Down Approximately 38% Over 12 Months: Where Does the Stock Stand Today?

Sonal Goyal

22 October 2026 10:29 PM AEDT

JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX:JBH) Is Down Approximately 38% Over 12 Months: Where Does the Stock Stand Today?

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Key highlights

JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX:JBH) shares were priced at $71.67 as at 22 October 2026, down 1.65% on the day and down approximately 37.59% over the past year.
JB Hi-Fi reported FY26 sales of $11.06 billion, up 4.8%, and NPAT of $489.9 million, up 6.0%, in its 17 August 2026 release.
EBIT was $734.4 million, up 5.8%, and the total ordinary dividend was 337.0 cents, up 22.5%.

As at 22 October 2026, JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX:JBH) shares were priced at $71.67, down 1.65% on the day, and the share performance data shows the stock down approximately 37.59% over the past year. JB Hi-Fi is an Australian consumer electronics and appliances retailer operating JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys and e&s. JB Hi-Fi reported FY26 sales of $11.06 billion, up 4.8%, and NPAT of $489.9 million, up 6.0%, in its 17 August 2026 release.

About JB Hi-Fi Ltd: business overview

JB Hi-Fi Limited sells consumer electronics, entertainment products and home appliances through JB Hi-Fi stores in Australia and New Zealand, The Good Guys appliance stores and the e&s commercial business.

FY26 results

In a company announcement dated 17 August 2026, JB Hi-Fi reported record total sales of $11.06 billion, up 4.8%, EBIT of $734.4 million, up 5.8% on statutory EBIT and 3.8% on underlying EBIT, and NPAT of $489.9 million, up 6.0% (2.9% on underlying). EPS was 448.1 cents. The final ordinary dividend was 127.0 cents, up 21.0%, bringing the total to 337.0 cents, up 22.5%, representing 75% of NPAT.

Segment performance

JB Hi-Fi Australia sales rose 4.4% to $7.42 billion, with comparable sales up 3.2% and online sales up 7.0% to $1.28 billion, 17.2% of sales. Growth categories included computers, mobile phones, fitness, small appliances and IT, though Q4 sales were affected by supplier price rises and stock shortages in technology categories. Gross margin was 21.94%, CODB was 12.46% and EBIT was $547.3 million, up 3.2%. JB Hi-Fi New Zealand sales rose 26.0% to NZ$499.5 million, with comparable sales up 15.3%.

Related sector context

Retailers are influenced by household spending, consumer confidence, interest rates, supplier pricing and tariffs, and the timing of key trading periods. Companies commonly publish trading updates between full results, and report sales, gross margin, store networks and online share alongside profit. Yearly share price changes in the segment can reflect shifts in expectations for spending and housing-related demand as well as company-specific results.

Risks to weigh in

Q4 sales growth was affected by supplier price rises and stock shortages, margins were slightly lower, and the retail environment is described as uncertain with customers seeking value. Product release cycles, supply chain, currency and household spending can affect results.

Catalysts on watch

Items to watch include trading updates, The Good Guys performance, New Zealand growth and supplier pricing.

Wrapping up

JB Hi-Fi’s 17 August 2026 release recorded higher sales, earnings and dividends, with Q4 affected by supply and pricing. Trading updates will show how that develops.

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