Key points
- Strong operational performance with increased coal production and sales
- Underlying EBITDA of $514.3 million, a 32.8% decrease from previous period
- Net profit after tax of $161.0 million, a 63.4% decrease from previous period
Full summary
New Hope Corporation Ltd (ASX:NHC) has reported its full-year results for the 2026 financial year, showcasing robust operational performance with both saleable coal production and coal sales surpassing guidance ranges. The company achieved a saleable coal production of 11.5 million tonnes and coal sales of 11.8 million tonnes, reflecting increases of 7.6% and 11.8%, respectively, compared to the previous financial year. Despite these achievements, the company's underlying EBITDA decreased by 32.8% to $514.3 million, and net profit after tax fell by 63.4% to $161.0 million. The decline in net profit was attributed to heightened costs and increased depreciation. New Hope Corporation Ltd continues to generate strong operating cash flows and has declared a fully franked final dividend of 30.0 cents per ordinary share.
Guidance
Underlying EBITDA $514.3 million, Net profit after tax $161.0 million
Outlook
The company remains focused on its organic growth pipeline, disciplined cost control, and operational reliability to drive future performance.