Coast Entertainment Holdings (CEH) H2 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved strong growth in all key operating metrics in FY 2026, including record attendance, ticket sales up 33%, and a return to net profitability with NPAT of $6.1 million, reversing a prior year loss.

• Operating revenue rose 20.8% year-over-year to $116.5 million, with record food, beverage, and retail revenues.

• EBITDA (excluding specific items) more than tripled to $13.8 million at group level and more than doubled to $18.8 million for theme parks and attractions.

• Ended the year debt-free with $35 million in cash and a fully undrawn $20 million bank facility.

• Major milestones included planning approval for the 55-hectare Coomera land, unlocking significant asset value and future development potential.

Financial highlights

• Operating revenue: $116.5 million, up 20.8% year-over-year, surpassing pre-incident levels.

• EBITDA (excluding specific items): $13.8 million, up 236.5% year-over-year; divisional EBITDA up 113.6% to $18.8 million.

• Net profit after tax: $6.1 million, compared to a $0.1 million loss in FY25.

• Deferred revenue from annual pass sales grew 58.7% to $20.2 million, providing strong revenue visibility.

• Operating cash flow more than doubled to $19.7 million, fully funding CapEx and share buybacks.

Outlook and guidance

• Entering FY 2027 with strong fundamentals, positive momentum, and a clear path to unlocking land value.

• July 2026/2027 trading showed resilient revenue and visitation growth, though at a moderated pace as strong prior-year comparatives are cycled.

• Development CapEx of approximately $17 million planned for FY 2027, mainly for a new family coaster attraction.

• Management remains optimistic about further demand recovery, especially as macroeconomic conditions improve and international visitation rebounds.

• Ongoing investment in new attractions and customer service expected to support future growth.