Count (CUP) H1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Statutory revenue rose 12% year-over-year to AUD 82.8 million, with underlying EBITDA up 19% to AUD 16.6 million and underlying NPAT attributable up 45% to AUD 7.2 million.

• Wealth segment was the primary growth engine, supported by strong M&A activity and integration of 19 transactions, including Count Adelaide and WSC Group.

• Interim dividend increased 14% to AUD 0.02 per share, fully franked.

• Funds under advice grew 11% to AUD 40.2 billion; funds under management surged 49% to AUD 5.3 billion.

• Strong operating leverage and margin expansion achieved through scale, M&A, and technology-driven productivity.

Financial highlights

• Statutory EBITDA up 50% to AUD 18.7 million; statutory NPATA attributable up 133% to AUD 9.2 million.

• Operating cash flow conversion around 90%, supporting dividend growth and debt reduction.

• Earnings per share rose 131% to 5.49 cents.

• Contribution margin improved to AUD 51.1 million from AUD 44.2 million in the prior year.

• Net tangible assets per security were negative at (2.42) cents, compared to (0.48) cents in the prior period.

Outlook and guidance

• Strategic plan targets AUD 10 billion in funds under management and 50% take-up of outsourcing and education products within five years.

• Priorities include scaling employed planners, disciplined M&A, accelerating investment solutions, and deepening service uptake.

• Continued focus on robotics and AI for productivity and compliance, while monitoring emerging risks.

• Directors believe the group has sufficient liquidity to meet current liabilities, with AUD 21.5 million in undrawn facilities available.

• Industry tailwinds expected from regulatory reforms and rising demand for financial advice.