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World Gym-KY posts record quarterly earnings, plans expansion

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

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  • Fitness chain World Gym-KY reported a record second-quarter net profit of NT$219 million and earnings per share of NT$2.01.
  • The company plans to expand its presence by opening 10 new locations in the first half of 2026, including its first club in Thailand.
  • World Gym is also deepening its collaboration with global endurance sports brand HYROX and introducing Pilates classes and a health management platform.

Fitness chain World Gym-KY (2762) has announced robust financial results for the second quarter, achieving a net profit of NT$219 million on revenue of NT$2.951 billion. This represents a significant year-on-year increase of 175.1% and marks the second consecutive quarter where earnings per share reached NT$2.01, setting a new historical high for the company.

The company's board has also approved a second-quarter cash dividend of NT$1.81 per share. For the first half of the year, World Gym-KY's cumulative revenue reached NT$5.763 billion, a 9.1% increase from the previous year. Gross profit margin improved to 21.58%, up 5.88 percentage points, and operating profit margin rose to 10.87%, an increase of 6.39 percentage points year-on-year. The net profit for the first half was NT$438 million, a 2.4-fold increase, with earnings per share at NT$4.01.

This year, the company has fully implemented a store opening strategy centered on 'profit orientation,' and it is beginning to show results.

— John FullerWorld Gym-KY Chairman on the company's expansion strategy.

Chairman John Fuller stated that the company's "profit-oriented" expansion strategy, implemented this year, is yielding positive results. Despite aggressive investment in 10 new locations in the first half of 2026, including its debut in Thailand, overall profitability has remained strong and continues to grow. Fuller anticipates these new branches will drive revenue and profit growth in the latter half of the year.

World Gym is also focusing on aligning with international fitness trends. The company is strengthening its partnership with HYROX, a leading global brand for endurance competitions. Additionally, the introduction of Pilates classes and an innovative health management platform are expected to contribute positively to future operations. The company maintains an optimistic outlook on its business prospects.

As these new locations gradually move into the fast lane, they are expected to become an important driving force for revenue and profit growth in the second half of this year.

— John FullerWorld Gym-KY Chairman on the impact of new branches.
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