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ARB Corporation Builds FY27 Momentum Despite a Challenging FY26

ARB Corporation Builds FY27 Momentum Despite a Challenging FY26 Source: Kapitales Research

ARB Corporation Limited (ASX: ARB) delivered FY2026 sales revenue of AU$702.0 million, down 3.8% year-on-year amid softer new 4x4 vehicle sales, constrained vehicle availability and weaker discretionary spending. Reported profit before tax declined 8.9% to AU$123.0 million, while profit after tax eased 5.2% to AU$92.4 million. Encouragingly, underlying profit before tax strengthened to AU$60.7 million in the second half from AU$58.0 million in the first half.International operations provided some resilience, with export sales rising 0.5%, supported by positive momentum in the US, Europe and South-East Asia. ARB also expanded its global footprint through operations in China and a new South African subsidiary, while increasing investment in engineering and product development.Looking ahead, improving vehicle supply, a healthy order book and new products support the growth outlook. ARB ended FY2026 with AU$47.9 million in cash and no debt, while declaring a fully franked final dividend of AU$0.35 per share. 

 

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