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EDU Holdings Limited (ASX:EDU)

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Current share price for EDU : $0.905 0.105 (13.13%)+
Announcement
Release
26 Feb 2026 9:06AM
Price at Release
$0.800
Full Release
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Summary
In 2025, EDU Holdings Limited reported significant financial growth with a 95% increase in revenue to $82.4 million, driven by robust performance in the higher education and vocational education sectors. The net profit after tax reached $14.8 million, with a marked improvement in profit margins. The company's operating EBITDA rose to $26.1 million, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency and increased campus utilization. With the launch of new courses and strategic investments, EDU Holdings expanded its higher education portfolio, boosting enrolments by 11% amid challenging regulatory conditions. The firm also completed a strategic share buyback, further solidifying its financial standing. Looking forward, EDU expects continued growth in revenue and profits in FY26, supported by a disciplined operating model and strategic diversification.
Key Points
  • FY25 revenue increased by 95% to $82.4 million, mainly due to strong growth in higher education (HE) and vocational education training (VET) sectors.
  • Net profit after tax (NPAT) rose to $14.8 million, with a margin increase to 18%, highlighting strong earnings growth.
  • Operating EBITDA reached $26.1 million, showing a significant margin increase to 32%, driven by improved campus utilization and optimized class sizes.
  • EDU Holdings launched four new courses in 2025, representing 17% of T3’25 enrolments, contributing to the expanded higher education course portfolio.
  • The company achieved positive cash flow with net cash up by $13.5 million, after repaying $1.5 million in debt and share buybacks.
  • Total enrolments in FY25 increased by 11%, despite challenging market conditions, with higher education enrolments up by 109%.
  • The regulatory environment remains challenging with tighter visa settings affecting the VET market.
  • EDU Holdings completed a selective buyback of 18 million shares, enhancing shareholder value.
  • Revenue, EBITDA, and NPAT are expected to increase in FY26, with strategic investments supporting future growth.
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.