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CAR Group H2 2025 earnings summary

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H2 2025 earnings summary10 Aug, 2025

Executive summary

  • Delivered another year of double-digit revenue and earnings growth, with proforma revenue of $1,144m and EBITDA of $641m, both up 12% in constant currency, demonstrating the strength of a global, diversified business model.

  • Adjusted NPAT was $377m, up 11% in constant currency, and adjusted EPS rose to 99.8c, a 9% increase.

  • Exited the Australian tire business, normalizing pro forma results to reflect ongoing operations.

  • Strong operational performance across all regions, with 2.3 million vehicles online, 1.3 billion sessions, and 49,000 subscribed dealers globally.

  • Significant investments in technology and product innovation, including C2C payments, loyalty programs, and a unified platform (Project Merlin).

Financial highlights

  • Pro forma revenue grew 12% and pro forma EBITDA grew 12% in constant currency, maintaining a 56% EBITDA margin.

  • Adjusted NPAT increased 11% in constant currency; adjusted net profit was $377m.

  • Final dividend declared at 41.5c per share, up 8%, with a payout ratio of about 8%.

  • Free cash flow generation was strong at $98m, with EBITDA to cash conversion at 98%.

  • Net debt to EBITDA ratio remained stable at 1.7x.

Outlook and guidance

  • FY26 guidance: pro forma revenue growth of 12–14%, pro forma EBITDA growth of 10–13%, and adjusted NPAT growth of 9–13% in constant currency.

  • Growth expected to be broad-based across all regions, leveraging a diversified portfolio.

  • Net finance costs estimated at $60–64m; D&A to grow 15–17%; effective tax rate to rise to 20–21%.

  • Continued investment in growth initiatives, with margin expansion potential but prioritizing reinvestment.

  • Guidance subject to macroeconomic, geopolitical, and FX risks.

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CAR Group Limited is an Australian digital automotive marketplace operator. The company provides platforms for buying, selling, and researching vehicles, as well as services for financing, insurance, and data analytics. Its brands operate in Australia and international markets. CAR Group Limited is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, and its shares are listed on the ASX.

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