Advance ZincTek (ANO) H2 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Profit before tax for FY26 was $2.247 million, up 11.1% year-over-year, with sales revenue rising 12.6% to $13.111 million, driven by stronger US sales and AI-driven operational improvements.

• AI integration enhanced efficiency, accelerated innovation, and stabilized wage costs despite inflationary pressures.

• Plans are underway to develop a residential battery energy storage solution, leveraging zinc oxide and high-purity alumina expertise, with a pilot facility expected in FY27 and prototype testing in FY28.

Financial highlights

• Net profit after tax was $1.509 million, up from $1.238 million in FY25.

• Earnings per share increased to 2.41 cents from 1.98 cents.

• Net assets rose to $36.055 million from $35.769 million.

• Return of capital of $0.02 per share was paid in February 2026.

• No dividends were declared or paid.

Outlook and guidance

• The company aims to grow sales, improve margins, and diversify into the home energy storage market.

• Battery project to commence in FY27, with pilot production and testing targeted for FY28.

• Ongoing monitoring of regulatory changes in sunscreen ingredients is expected to create further opportunities for zinc-based products.