Metcash Limited Provides Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year 2015

Metcash Limited is an Australia-based wholesale distribution and marketing company. The Company provides merchandising, operational and marketing support for its food, liquor and hardware customers. Its segments include food, liquor and hardware. The food segment distributes a range of products and services to independent supermarkets and convenience retail outlets. The hardware segment is engaged in the distribution of hardware products to independent retail outlets and the operation of corporate and joint venture retail stores. The liquor segment distributes liquor products to independent retail outlets and hotels. It provides various liquor brands, including Thirsty Camel, Big Bargain Bottleshop and Duncans. The Company's hardware brands include Mitre 10, Home Hardware, Total Tools and Hardings Hardware. The Company provides services to independent retailers in various corners of Australia, including Cape York and Cooktown in the Northeast, and Dampier and Broome in the Northwest.