S&U (SUS) Q2 2026 TU earnings summary
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Q2 2026 TU earnings summary
12 Aug, 2025Executive summary
Profitability resurgence is materializing, expected to gain momentum in H2 2025.
Supreme Court decision on motor finance commissions adds confidence and stability to markets.
Both motor and property finance segments are experiencing improved trading conditions.
Financial highlights
Advantage Finance advances exceeded budget at £70.6m at half year.
Aspen Bridging posted record advances of £28.6m in July and £106.4m for the half year, up 15% year-over-year.
Aspen's collections reached £108.6m for the half year, 49% higher than 2024.
Outlook and guidance
Profitability resurgence is expected to accelerate in the second half of the year.
Growth in both businesses is forecast to require additional funding within two years.
Management expresses optimism for steady, sustainable growth post-pandemic.
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