The Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Ltd (ASX: SXE) share price is in focus after the company reported a 40.5% increase in underlying EBITDA to $77 million and a record final dividend, despite a dip in reported revenue.

What did Southern Cross Electrical Engineering report?

• Underlying EBITDA: $77.0 million, up 40.5% on last year’s record result
• Underlying NPAT: $39.4 million, up 24.3% year-on-year
• Revenue: $718.7 million, down 10.3% after finishing two major projects
• Final dividend: 7.5 cents per share, fully franked, with total FY26 dividends up 33.3%
• Record cash balance: $261.5 million
• Order book: $810 million, up 18.2% on last year

What else do investors need to know?

SCEE’s sector mix is evolving, with over 40% of this year’s revenue coming from adjacent non-electrical fields such as fire safety, security, and communications. The Force Fire business, acquired last year, contributed strongly and exceeded expectations.

The statutory result was affected by a $46.1 million settlement related to the WestConnex M5 tunnel project dispute, reducing statutory NPAT to $7.1 million. However, these costs were excluded from the underlying performance metrics.

The company raised $144.7 million through a major equity raising and remains debt-free, which together with expanded finance facilities, give it significant firepower for future acquisitions and growth.

What did Southern Cross Electrical Engineering management say?

Commenting on the results, SCEE Group Managing Director Graeme Dunn said:

The 2026 financial year has seen the group deliver record profitability and returns to shareholders while setting the platform on which we will deliver our significant forecast growth in FY27 and beyond. We have a record order book and cash balance, an unprecedented pipeline of data centre opportunities and significant exposure to Australia’s energy transition and infrastructure spend. We remain committed to delivering further acquisitions and maximising the benefits of our diversified multi-disciplinary offering.

What’s next for Southern Cross Electrical Engineering?

SCEE has provided EBITDA guidance of at least $100 million for FY27—a 30% increase—supported by a strong project pipeline in data centres, infrastructure, and renewable energy developments. The company is actively exploring acquisition opportunities to diversify further, with new financing facilities ready to fund expansion.

Management expects to capture growth through both organic projects and acquisitions, with no current material constraints flagged. SCEE’s strategic focus on Australia’s electrification and decarbonisation trends continues to shape its work and expansion plans.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, SCEE Group shares have risen 133%, outperforming the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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The Fletcher Building Ltd (ASX: FBU) share price is in focus after the company reported a return to profit for FY26, with EBIT up 26% and net earnings of $228 million, marking a significant turnaround from last year’s loss.

What did Fletcher Building report?

• Revenue from continuing operations rose 7.3% to $6.0 billion
• EBIT (before Significant Items) from continuing operations lifted 26% to $414 million
• Net profit after tax was $228 million, a swing from a $419 million loss in FY25
• Net cash from operating activities increased to $715 million (up from $501 million)
• Net debt reduced to $637 million, down from $999 million
• No final dividend declared for FY26

What else do investors need to know?

Fletcher Building’s improved performance followed the divestment of its Construction division and other non-core operations, with proceeds used to strengthen the balance sheet. Core manufacturing divisions delivered resilient results in a challenging market, supported by strong cost and capital discipline.

Despite the profit rebound, returns on invested capital remain below company targets. The group’s dividend policy will be reviewed and reset once positive free cash flow is being generated and net debt is within target levels. Management highlighted safety improvements, continued investment in leadership, and progress on sustainability goals.

What did Fletcher Building management say?

Managing Director & CEO Andrew Reding said:

Fletcher Building is significantly more resilient than it was twelve months ago. We have moved at pace to improve our business model, and the strategic reset we set out last year is now starting to deliver tangible results. Our portfolio has been simplified with the divestment of the Construction division and other non-core operating units, and we used the proceeds to strengthen our balance sheet.

What’s next for Fletcher Building?

Fletcher Building expects ongoing market uncertainty to weigh on near-term performance, particularly in the first half of FY27. While market volumes showed gradual improvement in the second half of FY26, a meaningful recovery is not expected until calendar 2027. Management says priorities remain on cost control, completing remaining legacy projects, and ensuring the group is well positioned when conditions improve.

Lower capital expenditure and a continued focus on operational efficiency are set to support further balance sheet strengthening. The dividend policy will be reset when financial targets are achieved.

Fletcher Building share price snapshot

It has been a positive 12 months for the Fletcher Building share price. During this time, the company’s shares have outperformed the S&P/ASX 200 index (ASX: XJO) with a gain of 10%.

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The Temple & Webster Group Ltd (ASX: TPW) share price is in focus today after the company posted record FY26 revenue of $665 million and grew underlying EBITDA by 28%.

What did Temple & Webster report?

• Revenue rose 10.6% to $664.6 million
• EBITDA increased 16.6% to $21.9 million, with an underlying EBITDA (ex-FX) jump of 28% to $25.9 million
• Delivered margin improved 5.5% to $201.0 million
• Cash balance at 30 June 2026 was $122.7 million, after $30 million spent on share buy-backs
• Market share grew to 2.9% and active customers rose 5% to approximately 1.3 million
• Repeat customers accounted for 62% of all orders, up from 59% last year

What else do investors need to know?

Temple & Webster highlighted strong contributions from exclusive product lines and adjacent businesses, now delivering over $100 million in annual revenue. The company’s NZ business generated $3 million in revenue since launching in October 2025, and its home improvement segment posted strong growth, up 39%.

The group continues to maintain a capital-light operating model, generating $24 million in operating cash flow. Fixed costs declined as a percentage of revenue, supporting improved margins alongside higher average order values and stable marketing ROI.

What did Temple & Webster management say?

Executive Chair Mark Coulter commented:

Despite a challenging environment, we have been able to deliver record annual revenue of $665 million, while materially improving the underlying profitability of the business through several margin optimisation initiatives. These initiatives, combined with the flexibility of our operating model, resulted in our Underlying EBITDA (excluding unrealised foreign exchange losses) increasing by 28% vs pcp to $26 million.

What’s next for Temple & Webster?

Despite variable market conditions, Temple & Webster is targeting FY27 EBITDA between $33 million and $40 million, up roughly 50–80% from FY26. The company says it is focused on returning to double-digit top-line growth through leveraging digital and AI innovation, strengthening its core online offering, and building further scale in adjacencies like home improvement and New Zealand.

New CEO Susie Sugden has flagged upcoming strategy updates at the AGM and first-half results, with an eye to expanding market leadership in the $40 billion-plus Australian homewares and furniture sector.

Temple & Webster share price snapshot

The Temple & Webster share price certainly has had 12 months to forget, losing almost 80% of its value since this time last year. This compares to a gain of 2% by the S&P/ASX 200 index (ASX: XJO).

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