Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 19, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.06Last Year’s EPS
0.06Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 8 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call portrayed a broadly resilient business that delivered solid financial outcomes despite the weakest jackpot environment since listing. Key positives include stable revenue ($1.8bn), EBITDA resilience ($367m, down 0.7%), maintained dividend ($0.08 fully franked), strong digital traction (41.2% digital lottery turnover), Keno and Instant Scratch‑Its outperformance, and a healthy balance sheet with $560m liquidity. Offsetting these are significant short-term headwinds driven by jackpot variability (circa $400m turnover impact and ~$26m EBITDA drag), a fall in active customers to 8.6m, Powerball softness, and ongoing regulatory/license risks. Overall, management emphasized strategic opportunities in digital, product refreshes (Saturday Lotto, Set for Life) and disciplined capital allocation to drive growth and smooth volatility over time.Company Guidance
Resilient Revenue Base
Group revenue of $1.8 billion in H1 FY26, demonstrating diversification across games and channels that cushioned jackpot variability.
Stable EBITDA and Profitability
EBITDA of $367 million, down only 0.7% year-on-year, and net profit after tax down 1.4%, reflecting limited earnings deterioration despite adverse jackpot conditions.
Maintained Dividend and Strong Cash Flow
Interim fully franked dividend of $0.08 per share maintained in line with prior period; dividend represents 103% of H1 net profit, supported by strong free cash flow generation.
Digital Traction
Digital share of lottery turnover grew to 41.2% in the half and digital turnover continued to increase, reinforcing digital penetration as a structural margin driver and long-term opportunity.
Keno and Instant Scratch‑Its Outperformance
Keno delivered a record half with retail turnover up 7% and online Keno turnover up 3.5%; Instant Scratch‑Its sales grew 8.5% year-on-year in key gifting periods.
Successful Saturday Lotto Refresh
Saturday Lotto $6 million Division 1 offer and price increase showed high early acceptance with price retention of 103% after 29 weeks, delivering incremental revenue per draw.
Strong Balance Sheet and Liquidity
Net debt-to-EBITDA at ~3x (bottom end of target range), $560 million available liquidity, ~4.5-year average debt tenor, and ~85% of debt fixed/hedged, preserving optionality for disciplined investment or shareholder returns.
Disciplined Cost and Capital Framework
Operating expenses grew 2.9% (OpEx H1 $146 million) with FY26 OpEx guidance of $310–$320 million; CapEx of $34 million in H1 with FY26 target $90–$100 million to support digital transformation and retail upgrades.
LTRCF Earnings History
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Beat
Missed
LTRCF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 17, 2026 | $3.44 | $3.44 | 0.00% |
Aug 19, 2025 | $3.38 | $3.38 | 0.00% |
Feb 18, 2025 | $2.99 | $3.04 | +1.74% |
Aug 20, 2024 | $2.84 | $2.84 | 0.00% |
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FAQ
When does Lottery Corporation Limited (LTRCF) report earnings?
Lottery Corporation Limited (LTRCF) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 19, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Lottery Corporation Limited (LTRCF) earnings time?
Lottery Corporation Limited (LTRCF) earnings time is at Aug 19, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is LTRCF EPS forecast?
LTRCF EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q4) is 0.06.