Is The Lottery Corporation Limited Set for a Stronger Run After a 4.84% Share Price Surge?
Source: Kapitales Research
Highlights
• The Lottery Corporation Limited (ASX: TLC) shares jumped nearly 4.84% at the time of writing, trading at AU$5.410 after rising AU$0.250.
• Net profit after tax stood at AU$173.3 million at the time of writing, with earnings per share of 7.8 cents at the time of writing.
• Interim fully franked dividend maintained at 8.0 cents per share at the time of writing, reflecting a payout ratio of 103% at the time of writing.
The Lottery Corporation Limited (ASX: TLC) recorded a share price gain of nearly 4.84% at the time of writing, trading at AU$5.410 following a AU$0.250 increase. The move comes as the company delivered its 1H26 results for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, highlighting resilient performance despite challenging jackpot conditions.
Why Is the Market Reacting Positively?
Group revenue rose to AU$1,815.0 million at the time of writing, while EBITDA was AU$367.0 million at the time of writing. Net profit after tax was AU$173.3 million as of the date of writing.
Lotteries turnover totalled AU$3,231 million at the time of writing, down 1.0% year-on-year, as unfavourable Powerball and Oz Lotto jackpot outcomes created an estimated AU$400 million turnover impact at the time of writing. However, base games delivered solid growth, with Saturday lotto turnover up 11.1% at the time of writing.
Keno delivered revenue of AU$199.3 million at the time of writing, up 7.0% year-on-year, with EBITDA increasing to AU$58.4 million at the time of writing. Digital share of Lotteries' turnover increased to 41.2% at the time of writing, reflecting an ongoing channel shift.
What Comes Next?
Management reiterated focus on digital transformation, local market growth, and disciplined cost management to unlock further value. The balance sheet remains robust, with net debt of AU$2,241.7 million as of the date of writing.
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Is The Lottery Corporation Limited Set for a Stronger Run After a 4.84% Share Price Surge?
Highlights
• The Lottery Corporation Limited (ASX: TLC) shares jumped nearly 4.84% at the time of writing, trading at AU$5.410 after rising AU$0.250.
• Net profit after tax stood at AU$173.3 million at the time of writing, with earnings per share of 7.8 cents at the time of writing.
• Interim fully franked dividend maintained at 8.0 cents per share at the time of writing, reflecting a payout ratio of 103% at the time of writing.
The Lottery Corporation Limited (ASX: TLC) recorded a share price gain of nearly 4.84% at the time of writing, trading at AU$5.410 following a AU$0.250 increase. The move comes as the company delivered its 1H26 results for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, highlighting resilient performance despite challenging jackpot conditions.
Why Is the Market Reacting Positively?
Group revenue rose to AU$1,815.0 million at the time of writing, while EBITDA was AU$367.0 million at the time of writing. Net profit after tax was AU$173.3 million as of the date of writing.
Lotteries turnover totalled AU$3,231 million at the time of writing, down 1.0% year-on-year, as unfavourable Powerball and Oz Lotto jackpot outcomes created an estimated AU$400 million turnover impact at the time of writing. However, base games delivered solid growth, with Saturday lotto turnover up 11.1% at the time of writing.
Keno delivered revenue of AU$199.3 million at the time of writing, up 7.0% year-on-year, with EBITDA increasing to AU$58.4 million at the time of writing. Digital share of Lotteries' turnover increased to 41.2% at the time of writing, reflecting an ongoing channel shift.
What Comes Next?
Management reiterated focus on digital transformation, local market growth, and disciplined cost management to unlock further value. The balance sheet remains robust, with net debt of AU$2,241.7 million as of the date of writing.
Disclaimer for Kapitales Research
The materials provided by Kapitales Research, including articles, news, data, reports, opinions, images, charts, and videos ("Content"), are intended for personal, non-commercial use only. The primary goal of this Content is to educate and inform readers. This Content is not meant to offer financial advice, nor does it include any recommendation or opinion that should be relied upon for making financial decisions. Certain Content on this platform may be sponsored or unsponsored, but it does not serve as a solicitation or endorsement to buy, sell, or hold any securities, nor does it encourage any specific investment activities. Kapitales Research is not authorized to provide investment advice, and we strongly advise users to seek guidance from a qualified financial professional, such as a financial advisor or stockbroker, before making any investment choices. Kapitales Research disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the Content, which is provided without any warranties. The opinions expressed by contributors or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Kapitales Research. Media such as images or music used on this platform are either owned by Kapitales Research, sourced through paid subscriptions, or believed to be in the public domain. We have made reasonable efforts to credit sources where appropriate. Kapitales Research does not claim ownership of any third-party media unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Customer Notice:
Nextgen Global Services Pty Ltd trading as Kapitales Research (ABN 89 652 632 561) is a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR No. 1293674) of Enva Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 424494). The information contained in this website is general information only. Any advice is general advice only. No consideration has been given or will be given to the individual investment objectives, financial situation or needs of any particular person. The decision to invest or trade and the method selected is a personal decision and involves an inherent level of risk, and you must undertake your own investigations and obtain your own advice regarding the suitability of this product for your circumstances. Please be aware that all trading activity is subject to both profit & loss and may not be suitable for you. The past performance of this product is not and should not be taken as an indication of future performance.
Kapitales Research, Level 13, Suite 1A, 465 Victoria Ave, Chatswood, NSW 2067, Australia | 1800 005 780 | info@kapitales.com.au