Acceler8 Ventures (AC8) H1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Report covers the six months ended 30 June 2026, prior to the acquisition of Intuitive Investments Group plc (IIG), which completed on 13 August 2026.

• The company operated as a listed acquisition vehicle, progressing the IIG transaction and preparing for transformation into an operational technology group.

• Post-period, the group’s main business is Hui10, a Beijing-based technology firm focused on digital infrastructure for China’s regulated lottery sector.

Financial highlights

• Loss after taxation for the six months to 30 June 2026 was £1,223,732, compared to £70,997 for the same period in 2025.

• Loss per share was £1.63, up from £0.09 year-over-year.

• Cash balance at 30 June 2026 was £1,061,240, up from £209,224 at 31 December 2025.

• Operating expenses, due diligence, transaction costs, and non-cash finance charges from convertible loan notes contributed to the increased loss.

• £1.0m of unsecured convertible loan notes were issued on 21 April 2026 to support working capital.

Outlook and guidance

• Following the IIG acquisition, the group is now focused on supporting Hui10’s expansion and investing in technology-enabled opportunities.

• Immediate priorities include strengthening governance, financial reporting, and establishing operational performance metrics.

• The ESCC listing is expected to enhance investor engagement and support long-term growth.