Harvey Norman Holdings Limited, a public company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX:HVN), franchises and retails a broad range of consumer products including electrical goods, furniture, computerized communications, bedding and manchester, kitchen appliances, small appliances, bathroom and tiles, carpets and flooring; it operates under the Harvey Norman, Domayne and Joyce Mayne brands in Australia through an integrated franchise, property, retail and digital system. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Homebush West, New South Wales, the company grants franchises to independent proprietors across Australia and directly owns and operates stores overseas in New Zealand, Europe and South-East Asia, with over 300 stores in eight countries serving household, technology and home renovation markets. Harvey Norman Holdings also invests in property, leasing premises to franchisees and third parties, developing and selling retail properties, providing consumer finance and commercial loans, and offering media placement services. In a significant capital allocation move, the company announced on November 3, 2025, an on-market share buyback program authorizing the repurchase of up to 124.6 million shares, or 10% of its issued capital, effective until November 23, 2026, extending a prior program to enhance shareholder returns amid solid financial positioning.