Challenger Limited (AU:CGF)
ASX:CGF
CGF Stock Chart & Stats
AU$8.26
-AU$0.08(-1.31%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$8.26
-AU$0.08(-1.31%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$5.52 - AU$9.60
Previous CloseN/A
Volume795.16K
Average Volume (3M)1.30M
Market Cap
AU$5.69B
Enterprise ValueAU$13.03B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$755.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$8.07B
Price to Earnings (P/E)4.8
Beta1.22
Next Earnings
Aug 17, 2026EPS Estimate
0.33Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.1%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.31
Shares Outstanding691,661,500
10 Day Avg. Volume1,431,558
30 Day Avg. Volume1,295,356
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.61
Price to Book (P/B)1.44
Price to Sales (P/S)7.39
P/FCF Ratio13.89
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$9.89Price Target Upside19.70% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)0.65
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$999.63M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Annuity Sales GrowthSustained, above‑trend annuity originations and book growth build durable, long‑duration liabilities that generate predictable recurring margins and economics. A larger annuity book creates scale for liability management and fee income, supporting steadier earnings and investment leverage over months.
Capital Position & RatingA meaningful capital buffer and a ratings upgrade materially reduce solvency and funding risk for life products. Extra capital above APRA minimum gives room for underwriting, regulatory transition and strategic initiatives while preserving capacity to support annuity liabilities over the medium term.
Shareholder Returns & Capital FlexibilityRising dividends plus a buyback signal sustainable cash generation and disciplined capital allocation. Returning capital while retaining liquidity shows management balances shareholder returns with funding needs, reinforcing confidence in recurring cashflows and preserving optionality for growth or regulatory change.
Bears Say
High LeverageElevated leverage increases vulnerability to market and interest‑rate shocks and can amplify capital volatility for a life insurer. High debt-to-equity constrains strategic flexibility, increases PCA sensitivity and may force more conservative asset mixes or capital actions during adverse shocks over the next several months.
Revenue VolatilityA dramatic revenue drop and inconsistent growth suggest reliance on cyclical fee and investment outcomes. Such volatility undermines predictability of earnings, complicates capital planning and may pressure margins and shareholder returns if adverse trends persist over the medium term.
Reinvestment & Margin PressureProlonged tight credit spreads shrink reinvestment margins for annuity backbooks while higher low‑yield liquidity dilutes current asset yields. Until those liquid holdings are redeployed into higher‑return assets or spreads widen, annuity margins and through‑the‑cycle ROE face persistent headwinds impacting profitability.
Challenger News
CGF FAQ
What was Challenger Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Challenger Limited lowest share price was AU$5.51 and its highest was AU$9.60 in the past 12 months.
What is Challenger Limited’s market cap?
Challenger Limited’s market cap is AU$5.69B.
When is Challenger Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Challenger Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 17, 2026 which is in 134 days.
How were Challenger Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Challenger Limited released its earnings results on Feb 17, 2026. The company reported AU$0.314 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of AU$0.321 by -AU$0.007.
Is Challenger Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Challenger Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Challenger Limited pay dividends?
Challenger Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.15 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.1%. See more information on Challenger Limited dividends here
What is Challenger Limited’s EPS estimate?
Challenger Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.33.
How many shares outstanding does Challenger Limited have?
Challenger Limited has 691,661,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to Challenger Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Challenger Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.314 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of AU$0.321. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.265%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Challenger Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:CGF
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Challenger Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$9.89 (19.70% Upside)
AU$9.89 (19.70% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:CGF Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $943.9K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 80%
Bearish news 20%
Bearish news 20%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
51.98%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.51%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
12.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Challenger Limited
Challenger Limited is a publicly owned investment manager. The company also provides retirement services to its clients. It manages equity mutual funds. The firm invests into the public equity markets across the world. Challenger Limited was founded in 1985 and is based in Australia, Asia and United Kingdom.
CGF Company Deck
CGF Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong operational and strategic progress: record annuity sales and book growth, earnings and ROE above targets, a sizeable after‑tax asset experience, a ratings upgrade, strengthened liquidity and origination activity, plus shareholder returns via a dividend increase and $150m buyback. Headwinds were clearly acknowledged — notably very tight credit spreads compressing reinvestment margins, higher near‑term liquidity holdings, regulatory and licensing timing uncertainty for offshore expansion, and an incomplete Pepper Money discussion — but management framed these as manageable, temporary or strategic trade‑offs while reiterating full‑year guidance and long‑term targets. Overall, positive execution of strategy and capital strength outweigh the cyclical and execution risks discussed.View all AU:CGF earnings summariesCGF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$9.89
▲(19.70% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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