EVT flags FY26 EBITDA growth amid hotel strength and portfolio changes

The EVT Ltd (AS: EVT) share price is in focus after the company provided a FY26 update, highlighting expected normalised EBITDA growth and continued strength in its Hotels division.

What did EVT report?

• Normalised EBITDA for FY26 is expected to grow on the prior year
• Hotels division delivering over 60% of group normalised EBITDA, forecast to be marginally up on a record year
• Thredbo full year normalised EBITDA estimated between $22–23 million
• Entertainment segment anticipating reasonable growth, supported by CineStar’s strong performance
• Portfolio changes including acquisition of QT Auckland and upgraded rooms at QT Queenstown

What else do investors need to know?

The Hotels segment is benefitting from robust underlying demand, the upcoming launch of EVT Connect Hospitality in December 2025, and the addition of new and upgraded properties. However, these positives are partially countered by refurbishment disruptions at QT Queenstown and QT Gold Coast, and by the continued impact of the Middle East crisis—particularly on key drive destinations during the Easter trading period.

In Entertainment, growth is supported by a solid year-to-date contribution from CineStar in Germany. Nevertheless, disruptions at the Bondi site and Manukau in Auckland, along with the FIFA World Cup’s impact on cinema visitation in June–July, are expected to weigh on results. The company will also continue implementing its ‘Fewer, Better’ strategy by exiting four locations during FY26.

What’s next for EVT?

Looking ahead, EVT remains focused on delivering EBITDA growth and strengthening its portfolio, particularly in Hotels and Entertainment. The launch of new hospitality offerings and property upgrades is expected to support future profitability, while management continues to monitor demand patterns and adjust strategies as conditions evolve.

The group also anticipates ongoing volatility linked to international events and market trends but remains optimistic about resilient domestic demand and continued operational improvements.

EVT share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, EVT shares have risen 1%, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 10% over the same period.

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