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Karooooo (NasdaqCM:KARO) Q3 2026 Earnings call January 21, 2026 08:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsZak Calisto - Founder and CEOPaul Bieber - VP of Investor Relations and Strategic FinanceCarmen Calisto - Chief Strategy and Marketing OfficerHoeshin Goy - CFOPaul BieberHello and welcome to Karooooo's Q3 FY 2026 earnings call. On behalf of Karooooo, we would like to thank you for joining us today. I'm Paul Bieber, VP of Investor Relations and Strategic Finance. We are joined today by Zak Calisto, Founder and Gro ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 FY 2026, Karooooo's ARR increased by 22% to ZAR 5,106 million, and in U.S. dollars, it increased by 28% to $298 million [4][20] - Total revenue for Q3 increased by 22% to ZAR 1,410 million, with subscription revenue rising by 20% to ZAR 1,239 million [7][19] - Operating profit increased by 14% to ZAR 369 million, and earnings per share rose by 11% to ZAR 8.55 [19][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Cartrack's subscription revenue grew by 20% to ZAR 1,236 million, comprising 97% of its total revenue [20][22] - Karooooo Logistics' revenue reached ZAR 135 million, an increase of 24%, with a 7% operating profit margin [15][20] - Cartrack's operating profit margin was 28% in Q3, reflecting strong financial performance [6][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - South Africa represented 72% of total Cartrack subscription revenue, with a growth rate of 21% in Q3 [11][12] - Southeast Asia and the Middle East saw a 14% increase in subscription revenue, while Europe experienced a 24% growth [13][14][22] - The total subscriber base increased by 16% to approximately 2.6 million, with record net additions of 111,000 in Q3 [10][21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to strengthen its leadership position in South Africa by increasing the adoption of video solutions and Cartrack Tag among existing customers [16][27] - Karooooo is focused on expanding its distribution capabilities in Asia and Europe, with a strong emphasis on capitalizing on the growing demand for video capabilities, including AI video [16][28] - The capital allocation framework prioritizes organic growth and innovation, with a commitment to returning surplus capital to shareholders when growth opportunities are limited [17][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the market opportunity in South Africa, indicating a long runway for subscription growth [12][27] - The company noted that the appreciation of the South African rand has created a currency translation headwind on reported revenue, but underlying operating momentum remains strong [25][26] - Management remains focused on long-term growth, emphasizing the importance of customer retention and service over strict adherence to contract terms [43][50] Other Important Information - The company reported a strong balance sheet with net cash and cash equivalents of ZAR 531 million [10][24] - Year-to-date adjusted free cash flow increased by 37% to ZAR 597 million, reflecting the strength of the operating model [23][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: How are we doing with the 70% increase in headcount in Asia? - The company is currently at around 40% and expects to reach the target by the end of Q4 as many hires are planned for January and February [30] Question: When will our investment in sales and marketing stabilize? - The stabilization will depend on the efficiency of sales and marketing strategies, which will continue to be increased given the large addressable market [31] Question: How far along are we in the cross-selling tag and video cycle in South Africa? - The company is in the early stages and anticipates stronger momentum in the next financial year [32] Question: How do you see market demand today relative to sales execution in key markets? - Sales and marketing have been substantially increased this year, and the company is seeing strong productivity in key markets [33] Question: Can you address adoption trends for AI camera penetration rates per region? - Adoption is strong in South Africa, but the company believes it is still early days for broader adoption [34] Question: Is the market saturated for Carelli in Europe or Southeast Asia? - The company believes it is early days in the e-commerce space and does not consider the market saturated [35] Question: How has the shift from used vehicle sales to new vehicle sales in South Africa impacted subscriptions? - The impact is considered insignificant as customer acquisition is based on existing vehicles [37] Question: How do you think about growth versus margin trade-off? - The company focuses on long-term value for shareholders, viewing upfront costs as temporary and necessary for future revenue [38] Question: What are the drivers for subscription ARPU growth in South Africa? - Continuous improvements in technology and service have been key drivers, with no significant changes in strategy [49]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 FY 2026, the company's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) increased by 22% to ZAR 5,106 million, and on a US dollar basis, it increased by 28% to $298 million [4][22] - Total revenue for Q3 increased by 22% to ZAR 1,410 million, with subscription revenue rising by 20% to ZAR 1,239 million [8][21] - Operating profit increased by 14% to ZAR 369 million, and earnings per share rose by 11% to ZAR 8.55 [21][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Cartrack, the primary operating segment, generated approximately ZAR 1.2 billion in subscription revenue, reflecting a 20% increase or 27% on a US dollar basis [6][22] - Karooooo Logistics reported Delivery-as-a-Service revenue of ZAR 135 million, an increase of 24% or 31% on a US dollar basis [8][17] - Cartrack's operating profit margin was 28% in Q3, while Karooooo Logistics had a 7% operating profit margin [8][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - South Africa represented 72% of total Cartrack subscription revenue, with subscription revenue growth accelerating to 21% [12][23] - Southeast Asia and the Middle East saw a 14% increase in subscription revenue, while Europe experienced a 24% increase [15][16][24] - The company ended Q3 with approximately 318,000 subscribers in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, a 20% increase [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to strengthen its leadership position in South Africa by driving the adoption of video solutions and Cartrack Tag within its existing customer base [18][30] - There is a focus on expanding distribution capabilities in Asia and Europe, with ongoing investments in sales capacity expected to yield positive results [18][30] - The capital allocation framework prioritizes organic growth and innovation, with a commitment to returning surplus capital to shareholders when growth opportunities are limited [19][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the market opportunity in South Africa, indicating a long runway for subscription growth [15][30] - The company noted that the appreciation of the South African rand has created a currency translation headwind on reported revenue, but underlying operating momentum remains strong [28] - The outlook for FY 2026 Cartrack subscription revenue has been revised to between ZAR 4,785 million and ZAR 4,900 million, implying growth between 18% and 21% [29] Other Important Information - The company reported a strong balance sheet with net cash and cash equivalents of ZAR 531 million [11][26] - The subscription gross margin was 73%, and the lifetime value to customer acquisition cost (LTV to CAC) ratio remained above nine times [12][25] - The company has a disciplined approach to capital allocation, focusing on sustainable growth and shareholder value [19][20] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the headcount increase in Asia progressing? - The company is currently at around 40% of the targeted 70% increase, with many hires expected in January and February [32] Question: When will investment in sales and marketing stabilize? - The stabilization depends on the efficiency of sales and marketing strategies, with plans to continue increasing investment given the large addressable market [32] Question: How far along is the cross-selling of tag and video in South Africa? - The company is in the early stages of cross-selling and expects stronger momentum in the next financial year [33] Question: What are the drivers of acceleration in subscriber growth? - The acceleration is attributed to increased sales and marketing efforts, with strong productivity in key markets [34] Question: How does the company view the competitive landscape for AI camera adoption? - The company feels comfortable competing with peers and believes adoption will strengthen over time [36] Question: What impact does the strong South African rand have on operations? - The strong rand has a mixed impact, positively affecting production costs but negatively impacting reported revenue in rands [43] Question: Is the subscriber growth in South Africa diluting ARPU growth? - On a group level, ARPU growth remains on track, with slight lagging expected but overall performance is largely on target [51]

Core Viewpoint - Salesforce has experienced an 8-day decline, resulting in a total loss of -17% and a market capitalization decrease of approximately $44 billion, now standing at $209 billion [2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - The year-to-date (YTD) return for Salesforce is -13%, significantly underperforming compared to the S&P 500, which has a return of -0.9% [3]. - The current losing streak of Salesforce stock raises concerns among investors, contrasting with the performance of the Trefis High Quality Portfolio, which has shown strong performance relative to various indices [9][10]. Group 2: Causes of Decline - Concerns regarding the impact of AI on Software as a Service (SaaS) revenue have contributed to the stock's decline [4]. - An unusual spike in put option purchases indicates a bearish sentiment in the market, leading to continued institutional selling and a pessimistic outlook [9]. Group 3: Insider Activity - Director Neelie Kroes sold 3,893 shares of Salesforce, valued at approximately $929,259, which has diminished investor confidence [9]. Group 4: Valuation Perspective - Despite the recent decline, the stock's strong operating performance and financial health suggest it is fairly priced, warranting a reassessment of its valuation to identify potential investment opportunities or risks [5].

Q3 2026 Earnings Presentation January 21, 2026 1 Today's Presenters Zak Calisto Group CEO & Founder Goy Hoeshin Group CFO All information provided in this presentation is as of the date of this presentation, and we do not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. Non-IFRS Financial Measures This presentation includes certain non-IFRS financial measures, including ARR, ARPU, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted free cash flow and adjusted EPS. These ...

SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Karooooo Limited ("Karooooo†) reported strong results and a positive outlook in the third quarter ("Q3 2026†) ended November 30, 2025. Karooooo owns 100% of Cartrack and 81% of Karooooo Logistics, (collectively, "the group†). Our Q3 performance reflects our consistent and disciplined track record of growing our business at scale. We continued to accelerate our subscription revenue while experiencing record net subscriber additions. "Our Q3 performance reflects our consisten ...

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