AEF Appendix 4E and FY26 Full Report and Accounts

Key points

• Revenues from ordinary activities up 9% to $129.55 million
• Net profit after tax up 28% to $25.81 million
• Underlying profit after tax up 15% to $27.35 million
• Final 2026 dividend per share of 10 cents, fully franked
• FY26 donation of $3.4 million to the Australian Ethical Foundation

Full summary

Australian Ethical Investment Ltd (AEF.ASX) reported solid financial results for the year ended 30 June 2026. Revenues from ordinary activities increased by 9% to $129.55 million, while net profit after tax rose by 28% to $25.81 million. The company also reported an underlying profit after tax of $27.35 million, up 15%. The final 2026 dividend per share was set at 10 cents, fully franked. Additionally, the company announced a donation of $3.4 million to the Australian Ethical Foundation, bringing total donations since 2016 to over $16 million. The company continues to focus on ethical investing, aiming to deliver long-term returns while advocating for positive change for people, planet, and animals.

Guidance

Underlying profit after tax up 15% to $27.35 million

Outlook

The company remains committed to its ethical investment strategy, focusing on quality investments for long-term relevance and growth, while limiting exposure to sectors facing structural decline or long-term risk.