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Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH)

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Current share price for COH : $144.880 13.63 (10.38%)+
Announcement
Release
18 Aug 2026 7:30AM
Price at Release
$131.250
Full Release
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Summary
The preliminary final report for Cochlear Limited as of 30 June 2026 shows a slight decrease in sales revenue by less than 1% compared to the previous year, with total revenue remaining almost unchanged. The company experienced a significant drop in earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) by 58% and a statutory net profit decrease of 62%. The underlying net profit for the period, excluding cloud expenses, also saw a reduction of 22%. Basic earnings per share fell by 62%, and the dividend per share was reduced from $4.30 to $3.45. No dividend reinvestment plans were in operation during or since the year-end.
Key Points
  • Cochlear Limited's preliminary final report as of 30 June 2026
  • Sales revenue decreased slightly by less than 1% compared to the previous year
  • Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) dropped by 58%
  • Statutory net profit decreased by 62%
  • Underlying net profit (excluding cloud expenses) decreased by 22%
  • Basic earnings per share dropped by 62%
  • Dividend per share reduced from $4.30 to $3.45
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.