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Aurizon Holdings Limited (ASX:AZJ)

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Current share price for AZJ : $4.260 0.67 (18.66%)+
Announcement
Release
16 Feb 2026 8:28AM
Price at Release
$3.590
Full Release
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Summary
Aurizon Holdings Limited announced its FY2026 half-year results, reporting a 9% increase in Group EBITDA to $891 million, driven by higher volumes, regulatory revenue uplift, and cost control. The company's revenue and other income rose by 4% to $2,100 million, while NPAT increased by 16% to $237 million. Aurizon declared an interim dividend of 12.5 cents per share, 90% franked, representing a 90% payout ratio of Underlying NPAT. Significant improvements were noted in the Bulk, Coal, and Network segments, with increases in EBITDA due to higher volumes and favorable operating costs. The company also extended its on-market buy-back by $100 million, bringing the total to $250 million.
Key Points
  • Group EBITDA increased by 9% to $891 million.
  • Revenue and other income rose by 4% to $2,100 million.
  • NPAT increased by 16% to $237 million.
  • Interim dividend of 12.5 cents per share declared, 90% franked.
  • Bulk, Coal, and Network segments saw improvements in EBITDA.
  • On-market buy-back extended by $100 million, totalling $250 million.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.