Serko (SKO) H1 2026 earnings summary
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H1 2026 earnings summary
9 Jul, 2026Executive summary
Total income grew 45% year-over-year to $61.8 million for the six months ending 30 September 2025, driven by Booking.com for Business and the GetThere acquisition.
EBITDAFI reached $6.1 million, a $4.9 million improvement over the prior year period, and free cash flow increased 128% to $3.0 million.
Net loss after tax was $9.5 million, impacted by foreign exchange losses, asset impairments, and a non-cash loss on the sale of the InterplX expense business.
Operating expenses rose 29% to $65.1 million, mainly due to GetThere costs and US market investment.
Strategic focus on scalable growth, platform innovation, and AI-powered capabilities.
Financial highlights
Total income: $61.8 million, up 45% year-over-year; operating expenses: $65.1 million, up 29%.
EBITDAFI: $6.1 million (10% margin, up from 3%); free cash flow: $3.0 million, up 128%.
Net loss after tax: $9.5 million, up from $5.1 million loss in prior year; asset impairments and FX losses contributed.
Cash and short-term deposits at $65.2 million; no debt.
Net cash from operating activities was $8.6 million, up from $4.7 million in the prior year.
Outlook and guidance
FY26 total income guidance reaffirmed at $115 million–$123 million.
FY26 total spend guidance revised to $124 million–$128 million, down from $127 million–$133 million.
Risks include macroeconomic, geopolitical, currency, and ARPCRN movements.
Expect continued investment acceleration in AI and platform capabilities.
Long-term revenue aspiration of $250 million by FY30.
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