Strong U.S. Growth
U.S. sales grew 26.1% in the half, driven by strategic relationship with Toyota U.S., eCommerce in the U.S., and growth through ORW/4 Wheel Parts retail networks.
Export Expansion
Export sales increased 8.8% and now represent 38% of total sales, with Asia, New Zealand & Pacific up ~6% and the U.S. as a major contributor (43% of export sales).
Retail Footprint Growth
ARB's retail store network expanded by 4 stores to 79 stores (up from 75 a year earlier), with further store upgrades and new flagship sites planned.
Healthy Order Book
Customer open order book ended the half 5% higher than at December 2024, providing demand visibility into H2.
Strong Cash Position and No Debt
Generated cash from operations of $63.9 million; ended the half with $59.4 million in cash and zero debt, enabling continued investment and dividend payments.
Dividends and Capital Returns
Paid $59.3 million in dividends during the period (final $0.35 and special $0.50 fully franked) and declared an interim fully franked dividend of $0.34 per share (payout ratio 67.2%).
ORW / 4 Wheel Parts Integration and Performance
Increased ownership in ORW to 50%; ORW/4 Parts integration reduced losses and delivered a net PBT improvement (~USD 3.5m shift) with ARB recording $0.78m equity-accounted profits; ARB product sales through the 4 Parts network are growing >100% on a like-for-like basis.
eCommerce Launch and Digital Engagement
Launched a new eCommerce platform (arb.com.au) with ~1 million unique visitors to arb.com.au referenced; site went live and traded seamlessly with strong initial orders and quotes, supporting omnichannel growth.
Product & Market Development Wins
Successful product launches/priority products include ARB-branded winch (demand exceeded forecasts; shipments beginning March 2026), Poison Spyder relaunch with strong demand, and early high attachment rates for Ford Super Duty and Toyota HiLux product suites.
Hedging and Margin Outlook for H2
Company has largely hedged Thai baht exposure for H2 FY2026 at slightly more favorable rates and expects H2 sales margins to be broadly in line with H2 FY2025, supporting an improved H2 outcome.