Perpetual Equity Investment Co. posts sharp profit rebound and maintains fully franked dividend

Perpetual Equity Investment Co. Ltd. ( (AU:PIC) ) has provided an update.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited reported a strong turnaround for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, with revenue from ordinary activities rising 212.8% to $31.0 million and net profit after tax attributable to equity holders surging 244.3% to $20.4 million. The company also confirmed a fully franked interim dividend of 4.0 cents per share for 2026, matching the final 2025 dividend, and reported net tangible assets after tax of $1.260 per share, underscoring solid asset backing and ongoing income returns for shareholders.

Dividend key dates include an ex-dividend date of 12 March 2026, record date of 13 March 2026 and payment date of 9 April 2026, reinforcing the company’s emphasis on consistent shareholder distributions. The marked improvement in earnings and maintained fully franked payout highlight stronger portfolio performance and may bolster investor confidence in the listed investment company’s ability to generate sustainable returns in the current market environment.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:PIC) stock is a Buy with a A$1.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Perpetual Equity Investment Co. Ltd. stock, see the AU:PIC Stock Forecast page.

More about Perpetual Equity Investment Co. Ltd.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited is an Australian listed investment company that provides investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of predominantly Australian equities. The company focuses on delivering regular dividends and capital growth through active management, with its shares traded on the ASX under the code PIC.

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