Think Australian retail is struggling? Michael Hill International disagrees.
The jewellery retailer has increased first half profit by 5.1% to $24.9 million.
This is a rise from $23.7 million in the same period last year.
Revenue increased 9.7% to $310.8 million, bolstered by a growth in earnings in Australia.
Its 166 Australian stores posted a 4.2% growth in revenue, while same store sales grew 3.4%.
While US operations were affected by store changes, New Zealand and Canada also boosted margins.
Michael Hill International chief Mike Parsell said this was a positive result for the jewellery retailer.
"It was particularly pleasing to see both revenue and [earnings] growth come from our largest market, Australia, given the continuing lack in consumer confidence in many parts of the country."