Strong Financial Performance
EBITDA increased by 6% to $4.2 billion and net profit after tax rose by 7.1% to $1.1 billion. Earnings per share also increased by 6% to $0.089.
Dividend and Share Buyback
The Board resolved to pay a fully franked interim dividend of $0.095 per share, representing a 5.6% increase, and announced an on-market share buyback of up to $750 million.
Mobile Network Expansion
Invested an additional $800 million over the next four years to enhance the 5G network, covering 91% of the population with plans to reach 95% by the end of FY '25.
Joint Venture with Accenture
A strategic partnership to enhance AI capabilities, aiming to accelerate customer experience and network leadership ambitions.
Cost Management and Efficiency
Core fixed costs decreased by 4.8% or $161 million, with cumulative reductions of $283 million since FY '22, on track to achieve $350 million by end of FY '25.