KUALA LUMPUR: Empire Premium Food Bhd, the owner-operator behind Malaysia's largest sushi chain Empire Sushi is expected to deliver stronger earnings in the second half of its financial year 2027 (2H27).
CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd said this will be supported by 20 new store openings in FY27, with 12 delivered in 1H27 and the bulk of the remaining eight expected in the third quarter (Q3) of FY27F.
The firm said continued launches of higher-margin seasonal products and better operating leverage will also support its growth.
"Its fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) products are also seeing encouraging traction, with the company planning to refresh its offering in Q3 FY27 through new stock-keeping units (SKUs).
