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Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC)

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Current share price for RHC : $41.760 3.59 (9.41%)+
Announcement
Release
26 Feb 2026 8:23AM
Price at Release
$38.170
Full Release
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Summary
Ramsay Health Care Limited announced their 2026 Half Year Results, highlighting a strong performance in the first half of FY26 with a 253.2% increase in net profit after tax compared to the prior period. This growth is attributed primarily to improvements in their Australian operations and recovery actions taken in past periods, particularly related to UK impairments. The company also reported a 7.3% growth in underlying EBIT and a 8.1% increase in underlying net profit after tax. Strategic initiatives are underway to optimize their portfolio, including the proposed acquisition of National Capital Private Hospital to enhance their footprint in Canberra. Ramsay is also focused on operational improvements in the UK and Europe, despite challenges like NHS budget constraints and reduced French government subsidies. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 42.5 cents per share.
Key Points
  • Ramsay reported a 253.2% increase in net profit after tax compared to the prior period.
  • Underlying EBIT grew by 7.3%, and underlying NPAT increased by 8.1%.
  • Strong performance in Australian operations with ongoing strategic transformation.
  • Proposed acquisition of National Capital Private Hospital to expand in Canberra.
  • Focus on high acuity cases and operational excellence in the UK amid NHS constraints.
  • Mitigation measures implemented to address European funding headwinds.
  • Declared a fully franked interim dividend of 42.5 cents per share.
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.