ASX 200 reporting season
Pilbara Minerals incurs losses from price drops, while Ansell addresses tariffs with price hikes, and Data#3 reports record sales driven by digital growth.
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This video was created on 25 August for IG audiences by ausbiz.
Pilbara Minerals reported a full-year loss of just under $196 million, with revenue down 39% to $769 million. Despite record production, lower lithium prices led to an 86% drop in earnings to $78 million, and no dividend was declared.
Ansell plans to offset US tariffs through price hikes, a strategy started in financial year (FY) 2025. Earnings grew to US $282 million with a 10% increase in organic constant currency. For FY 2026, adjusted earnings per share (EPS) are expected to range from US $1.30 to US $1.45. A final dividend of US $0.28 per share and a share buyback up to US $200 million are planned
Data#3's sales rose 9% to $3 billion, with net profit after tax up more than 11% to $48 million. The company will distribute a dividend of $0.281 per share, a 10% increase from the previous year. While facing software solution pressure, the company is optimistic about AI-driven recurring revenue growth.
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