AdvancedAdvT (ADVT) H2 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved strong revenue growth to £53.4m for FY26, up 23% year-over-year, with recurring revenue rising to 81% of total revenues.

• Adjusted EBITDA increased 28% to £14.5m, with margin expansion to 27%.

• Completed acquisitions of HFX, GOSS, and MatchingCore IP, broadening SaaS and digital platform capabilities.

• Launched a £10m share buyback programme, repurchasing 4.87m shares by June 2026.

• Maintained a robust cash position of £96.2m and a 9.8% stake in M&C Saatchi plc.

Financial highlights

• Revenue: £53.4m (FY25: £43.3m), recurring revenue £43.2m (81% of total).

• Adjusted EBITDA: £14.5m (FY25: £11.3m), margin 27%.

• Pre-tax profit from continuing operations: £7.7m (FY25: £11.3m).

• Basic EPS: 3.4p (FY25: 8.2p); Adjusted EPS: 10.5p (FY25: 8.5p).

• Cash at year-end: £96.2m (FY25: £88.5m).

Outlook and guidance

• Trading in line with management expectations, with strong customer engagement and revenue visibility.

• Ongoing investment in product, technology, and operational capability.

• Confident in delivering sustainable progress through organic growth and selective acquisitions.