Orica achieves record EBIT, boosts buy-back and dividend

Orica Limited announced a robust financial performance for the year ended 30 September 2025, with EBIT reaching AUD992.2 million, a 23% increase from the previous year, marking its highest in 13 years. Net profit after tax before individually significant items grew by 32% to AUD541.1 million, while net operating cash flow rose 18% to AUD949.2 million. This performance was driven by strong demand for premium products, advanced technology solutions across all segments, and ongoing commercial discipline.

The company declared an unfranked final ordinary dividend of AUD0.32 per share, bringing the full-year dividend to AUD0.57 per share, a 21% increase from 2024, representing a 50% payout ratio. Orica also expanded its on-market share buy-back program by an additional AUD100 million, bringing the total program value to AUD500 million, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing shareholder returns.

Strategically, Orica continued its decarbonisation efforts, achieving a 51% gross reduction and 41% net reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2019 levels. The company projects continued EBIT growth across all segments in 2026, driven by blasting technologies, digital adoption, and strong gold fundamentals.