Maxiparts Ltd (ASX:MXI) (H1 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Growth Amid Strategic Investments

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Release Date: February 19, 2026

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

Maxiparts Ltd (ASX:MXI) remains on track for full-year expectations with a stronger second half anticipated.

The company increased its interim dividend by 36%, reflecting improved financial results and a change in dividend distribution policy.

The new greenfield site in Kalgoorlie reached profitability quickly and continues to show strong growth.

The Japanese product segment grew by over 15% year-on-year, indicating strong demand and market penetration.

Revenue, EBITDA, and net profit before tax from continued operations all showed positive improvement compared to the prior period.

Negative Points

Inconsistencies remain in various geographical markets, with New South Wales being particularly challenging.

Operating cash flow decreased slightly, and net debt increased due to investments in inventory and the Kalgoorlie site setup.

The EBITDA margin remained flat at 10%, indicating limited margin expansion despite revenue growth.

The revenue target for the Porsche business was slightly under expectations, affecting overall performance.

Cash conversion rates dropped to 65% in H1, below the prior periods' 80% and 88%, due to inventory investments.

Q & A Highlights

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Q: Can you provide details on the headcount increase for the Force business and when these additions were made? A: Yes, we added four new employees, which is about a 10% increase in the workforce. These additions were staggered, with the first joining at the end of the financial year and the last in November or early December. - Peter Loyaranta, Managing Director and CEO

Q: Is the goal for the Force business to achieve a 20% margin, and how will this be accomplished? A: While we aim to improve margins, we expect them to reach the mid-teens as we pursue higher growth. As the business scales and stabilizes, there is potential to reach the 20% margin target. - Peter Loyaranta, Managing Director and CEO

Q: How is the market performing, particularly in Victoria, and what are the expectations moving forward? A: The market has generally improved over the financial year, with Q2 stronger than Q1. While December and January are challenging to assess due to holidays, we remain optimistic about a gradually improving market environment. - Peter Loyaranta, Managing Director and CEO

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Q: What are the expectations for cash conversion rates in the second half of the year? A: We expect cash conversion rates to return to above 80% levels in the second half, following investments in Kalgoorlie and inventory in the first half. - Peter Loyaranta, Managing Director and CEO

Q: Can you elaborate on the strategic investments made in H1 and their expected impact? A: We made strategic investments that had short-term negative impacts but are expected to drive strong benefits in H2 and future years, particularly through the Kalgoorlie project and growth in Japanese parts and Porsche segments. - Peter Loyaranta, Managing Director and CEO

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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