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Lifestyle Communities Ltd (AU:LIC)
ASX:LIC
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 19, 2026TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.08Last Year’s EPS
0.19Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 6 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveyed a clear execution story: management has made tangible progress on cash flow, deleveraging, inventory reduction, sales recovery and annuity growth, supported by a strengthened financing platform and marketing initiatives. However, material risks remain — chiefly the VCAT ruling and its potential $117M DMF adjustment, compressed development margins, and continued weakness in the Victorian property market that is slowing settlements. The company is taking deliberate, disciplined steps (pricing, inventory drawdown, refinancing, and product/fee choice) to mitigate these challenges but uncertainty around the legal outcome and margin recovery tempers the positive operational momentum.Company Guidance
Improved Profitability and Positive Operating Cash Flow
Reported statutory profit of $15.8M and operating profit after tax of $16.1M. Generated positive operating cash flow of $41.2M versus negative $12.9M in 1H FY25, showing a material cash-flow turnaround.
Balance Sheet Deleveraging
Net debt reduced to $323.6M from a prior peak of $490M (peak in May) and down from $460.5M at June 2025 — representing a reduction of roughly $136.9M–$166.4M (approx. 30–34% improvement depending on the comparator).
Sales Recovery and Strong YoY Growth
New home sales increased to 110 for the half (up 12% versus 2H FY25: 110 vs 98) and up 168% versus the prior-year period (110 vs 41), indicating a material rebound in sales volumes.
Annuity Income and Rental Growth
Homes under management at 4,256 with gross rental income of $25.3M, up 11.9% year-on-year. Total annuity revenue for the half was $26.7M, supported by settlements and inflation-linked rent increases.
Inventory Optimization Progress
Unsold completed homes reduced ~30% from 257 (30 June 2025) to 180 (31 Dec 2025). $31.2M of completed homes are sold and awaiting settlement, and 9 homes under construction (down from 12).
Pipeline and Occupancy
Portfolio and pipeline of ~5,750 homes with ~4,250 currently occupied and ~1,500 remaining in the pipeline, supporting medium-term growth potential.
Debt Facility Restructure and Lender Support
Refinanced and rightsized facilities from $571M to $375M with two lenders (PGIM and NAB), extended tenor, simplified structure and covenant relief on ICR until 30 June 2028, providing liquidity and flexibility.
Operational and Customer Experience Improvements
Customer satisfaction trending up (from 75.7 in March 2024 to 78 in Sep 2025). Conversion rate from face-to-face appointment to sale improved from ~22% to ~26%. Two new clubhouses opened, and a refreshed 'Way to Live' brand campaign has driven positive early engagement.
AU:LIC Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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Missed
AU:LIC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 18, 2026 | AU$5.74 | AU$5.33 | -7.14% |
Aug 27, 2025 | AU$5.16 | AU$5.93 | +14.92% |
Feb 24, 2025 | AU$9.89 | AU$9.81 | -0.81% |
Aug 13, 2024 | AU$9.14 | AU$8.97 | -1.86% |
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FAQ
When does Lifestyle Communities Ltd (AU:LIC) report earnings?
Lifestyle Communities Ltd (AU:LIC) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 19, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
What is Lifestyle Communities Ltd (AU:LIC) earnings time?
Lifestyle Communities Ltd (AU:LIC) earnings time is at Aug 19, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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What is the P/E ratio of Lifestyle Communities Ltd stock?
The P/E ratio of Lifestyle Communities Ltd is N/A.
What is AU:LIC EPS forecast?
AU:LIC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q4) is 0.08.