SGH delivers strong first-half FY26 earnings with higher dividend

The SGH Ltd (ASX: SGH) share price is in focus after the company posted a robust half-year FY26 result, with EBIT holding steady at $844 million and NPAT rising 2% to $518 million. Operating cash flow jumped 32% to $1.1 billion, and a 7% higher fully franked interim dividend of 32 cents per share was declared.

What did SGH report?

• Revenue of $5.4 billion, down 2% from 1HY25
• EBIT of $844 million, flat year-on-year, up 22% on 2H FY25
• NPAT of $518 million, up 2% on the prior corresponding period
• EBITDA of $1.1 billion, up 1%
• Operating cash flow of $1.1 billion, up 32%
• Interim fully franked dividend of 32 cents per share, up 7%

What else do investors need to know?

SGH saw EBIT margin expand 30 basis points to 15.6%, mainly driven by Boral and WesTrac performing strongly thanks to operating leverage and cost initiatives. Boral posted a 10% EBID growth, while continued focus on cash generation helped lower the adjusted net debt to EBITDA ratio to 1.9x, giving SGH extra financial flexibility.

Safety remains a top priority, with the company reporting a 36% reduction in Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate and further progress on operational safety across its businesses. The group also refinanced debt, securing longer maturities and reducing funding costs, with over $2.2 billion in liquidity available at the end of December.

What did SGH management say?

Managing Director & CEO Ryan Stokes said:

We are pleased to deliver a strong result for the first half of FY26. It demonstrates the strength and resilience of our diversified industrial businesses. In a dynamic market, we delivered earnings growth in our core Industrial Services segment, expanded our margins, and generated significant growth in operating cash flow.

What’s next for SGH?

SGH heads into the second half of FY26 with solid operational momentum and a balanced outlook across its sectors. The company is sticking with its “SGH Way” operating model, focusing on sales execution, efficiency, and innovation.

Management reiterated guidance for “low to mid single-digit EBIT growth” for FY26, supported by balanced market exposures and ongoing cost control. Investors can expect ongoing investment into key projects and disciplined capital management.

SGH share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, SGH shares have declined 4%, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 5% over the same period.

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