Hansen Technologies Limited (ASX:HSN) Reports First Half 2025 Financial Results
Financial Performance
Hansen Technologies Limited (ASX:HSN) reported a 6.1% increase in operating revenue for the first half of 2025, reaching A$178.0 million. Underlying EBITDA was A$38.1 million, down 26.9% compared to the same period last year. Cash EBITDA stood at A$29.1 million, a decrease of 37.0%. The company reported an operating cash flow of A$10.4 million and a free cash flow of ($5.8) million. Basic earnings per share were 6.19¢, a decline of 53.4% versus H1 2024. Hansen declared a dividend of 5¢ per share, consistent with the first half of 2024.
Operational Highlights
Hansen secured a new contract with the City of Kingsport to modernise their water-billing and customer engagement systems. The company supported Å Entelios in expanding into the Danish market and was awarded the EcoVadis “Committed” badge for sustainability efforts. Hansen strategically invested A$2.2 million for a 30% stake in Dial AI to develop and distribute AI solutions. Additionally, Hansen streamlined operations post-acquisition of powercloud and signed a transformative A$50 million, five-year agreement with VMO2, a joint venture between Telefónica and Liberty Global.
FY25 Guidance
For the fiscal year 2025, Hansen projects operating revenue between A$398 million and A$405 million, representing 5-7% growth over FY24. The underlying EBITDA margin is expected to range from 23% to 25%, while cash EBITDA margin is forecasted at 19-21%. The company anticipates significant cash inflows during the second half of 2025, driven by new contracts, customer upgrades, and the VMO2 agreement. Hansen remains optimistic about strong profitability in the latter half of the year.
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