Argent Industrial (ART) H1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved strong growth with revenue up 12.4% to R1.42 billion for the six months ended 30 September 2025 compared to the same period last year.

• Headline earnings per share increased 13.3% to 261.7 cents; basic earnings per share rose 13.7% to 263.3 cents.

• Net asset value per share grew 13.7% to 3,654.9 cents.

• Interim dividend declared at 67 cents per share.

• International operations, especially in the UK and North America, contributed significantly to growth.

Financial highlights

• Revenue increased to R1,421.8 million from R1,264.4 million year-over-year.

• Gross profit rose to R437.2 million from R367.8 million year-over-year.

• Profit for the period attributable to shareholders was R142.3 million, up from R126.1 million.

• Cash generated from operations was R232.99 million, with net cash inflow from operating activities at R163.0 million.

• Share buyback of 578,504 shares at R15.6 million completed.

Outlook and guidance

• International order book remains strong; domestic operations are robust with potential for further recovery.

• Actively seeking additional international acquisitions to drive long-term shareholder value.

• Well-positioned to deliver satisfactory results in FY2026 and beyond.