Strong Profitability and EBITDA Growth
Cash EBITDA of $34.2M, up $14.2M versus H1 FY25; underlying NPAT of $25.9M, up $14.6M versus H1 FY25, demonstrating meaningful profitability improvement.
Revenue and Recurring Revenue Growth
Total revenue of $140.0M, up 9.8% versus H1 FY25; recurring revenue $81.3M, up 5% versus H1 FY25, showing growth in both top-line and recurring streams.
Net Cash and Capital Returns
Net closing cash balance of $64.5M with no debt; interim dividend $0.0577/share ($25.9M, representing 100% of H1 NPAT) and special dividend $0.0446/share ($20.0M); company has returned >$0.40/share over the past two years.
Upgraded Full-Year Guidance
Second upgrade for FY26: revenue now guided to $280–$285M and cash EBITDA to $69–$73M (PP&E expected to increase to $4M), reflecting improved momentum and confidence in the outlook.
Growth from Existing Customers and Pricing
Strategy of expanding with existing customers delivering additional revenue and margin; ~2/3 of recurring revenue growth in the last year attributed to pricing increases and expanded services (professional services and product enhancements).
Operational Execution and Cost Discipline
Cost discipline offset inflationary pressures—revenue growth did not increase the cost base; full run-rate cost savings delivered in FY25 benefitted H1 FY26 and supported stronger cash EBITDA and cash flow generation.
New Contract Wins and Strategic Projects
Anchor U.K. workplace contract secured (opportunity to expand to other U.K. clients) and support for two major client integration projects; successful deployment of innovation/digital advice across major Australian superannuation funds.