• FY26 normalized basic EPS up 3% to 68.1 cents
• Total Life sales increased 12% to $9.6 billion
• Full-year ordinary dividend up 7% to 31.5 cents per share
• FY27 guidance and medium-term outlook provided
• Strategic partnerships to broaden retirement income solutions

Challenger Ltd has released its FY26 Analyst Pack, which provides an operational view of the company's financial performance and strategic progress. Key highlights include a 3% increase in normalized basic Earnings Per Share (EPS) to 68.1 cents, driven by a 12% growth in total Life sales to $9.6 billion. The company also reported a 7% increase in the full-year ordinary dividend to 31.5 cents per share, fully franked. The pack includes detailed financial results, strategic progress, and forward-looking guidance for FY27, focusing on growth through strategic partnerships and innovation in retirement income solutions.

FY27 normalized basic EPS expected to be in the range of 69.0 to 71.0 cents per share

Challenger is focused on capturing opportunities from demographic changes, evolving retirement systems, and increasing demand for private assets. The company plans to grow its partnerships, innovate retirement products, and expand asset origination capabilities.