Strong Financial Performance
EBITDA up 6% to $4.2 billion, profit for the period up 7.1% to $1.1 billion, earnings per share up 6% to $0.089, and ROIC up 0.2 points to 8%.
Dividend and Share Buyback
Fully franked interim dividend of $0.095 per share, representing a 5.6% increase from the prior period. Announced an on-market share buyback of up to $750 million.
Growth Across Key Segments
Underlying EBITDA growth in mobiles ($92 million), InfraCo Fixed ($58 million), Fixed C&SB ($78 million), Fixed Enterprise ($25 million), and International Businesses ($29 million).
Cost Reduction Achievements
Operating expenses reduced by $161 million due to role reductions and productivity gains. Cumulative core fixed costs reduced by $283 million since FY '22.
Expansion and Investment in Mobile Network
Coverage expanded to 3 million square kilometers, reaching 99.7% of Australia's population. 5G network now covers 91% of the population, with a goal of 95% by FY '25. Additional $800 million investment in mobile network over the next four years.
Strategic Joint Venture in AI
Joint venture with Accenture to enhance AI capabilities and accelerate customer experience and network leadership ambitions.