Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the second quarter, the company reported revenues of $70.9 million, a decline of approximately 25% compared to the previous year, aligning with internal forecasts [9][22] - The net loss from continuing operations for the second quarter was -$0.5 million, or -$0.02 per diluted share, compared to net income of $2.6 million, or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year [22] - Gross margin was $35.4 million, or 49.9% of net revenues, slightly up from 49.8% in the prior year [23][24] - SG&A expenses totaled $36.3 million, or 51.2% of net revenues, compared to $43.6 million, or 46.4% of net revenues a year ago [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Direct segment revenues for the second quarter were $60.5 million, a 16.2% decrease from $72.2 million in the prior year [23] - Indirect segment revenues totaled $10.3 million, a 52.5% decrease from $21.8 million in the prior year, primarily due to a decline in key account orders and liquidation sales [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced sequential improvement in comparable store sales across its store fleet and online channels during the second quarter [9] - Inventory decreased by 13.2% to $96.7 million compared to $111.4 million at the end of the second quarter last year [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing a comprehensive strategy to revitalize its market position, focusing on brand strength, product innovation, and targeted marketing [4][5] - Five key strategic initiatives have been identified: sharpening brand focus, developing a cohesive omnichannel strategy, updating the outlet strategy, improving the operating model, and reimagining organizational structure [10][16][20][21] - The company is focusing on enhancing customer experience in its outlet stores and aligning promotional strategies across channels to reduce confusion and improve margins [17][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the challenging operating environment but expresses confidence in the current trends and improvements being made [21][26] - The company is not providing guidance due to the dynamic consumer environment but is focused on enhancing operational discipline [26] Other Important Information - The company is in the process of searching for a new CEO and is meeting with promising candidates [8] - The estimated annualized impact of tariffs is $11 million, with efforts underway to mitigate these impacts [26] Q&A Session Summary - The Q&A session was not detailed in the provided content, and no specific questions or answers were recorded. The session concluded without further inquiries from participants [27]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net sales for the second quarter were $160.5 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 2.5% [5][34] - Gross margin decreased by 260 basis points to 56.4% of net sales compared to 59.0% in the prior year period, primarily due to increased transportation costs and higher promotional discounting [36][39] - Net loss for the quarter was $6.7 million, or -$0.45 per common share, compared to a net loss of $5.9 million, or -$0.38 per common share in the prior year period [39][41] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sactionals net sales increased by 4.6%, while Sac net sales decreased by 22.5% [35] - Showroom net sales increased by $10.3 million, or 10.4%, driven by an increase in omnichannel comparable net sales [34] - Internet net sales decreased by $1.8 million, or 4.1% [34] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The overall furniture category is estimated to have declined approximately 4% for the comparable period [6] - Furniture spend was down 3.7% from May through July, with July being the best month [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from a product-focused approach to a brand-focused strategy, with a brand evolution refresh underway [9][10] - The new product line, Snugg by Lovesac, aims to capture the $14 billion couch category and has been launched in over 100 showrooms [11][24] - The company is focused on leveraging brand equity and expanding into new product categories while maintaining profitability [10][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted ongoing headwinds in the furniture category but expressed confidence in achieving growth through strategic initiatives [5][16] - The company anticipates a full-year furniture category decline of mid-single digits but expects to grow net sales within its original guidance [14][41] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong balance sheet and flexibility to invest in growth despite external pressures [7][39] Other Important Information - The company has successfully exited its partnership with Best Buy ahead of schedule and under budget [28] - A four-point mitigation plan has been implemented to address tariff pressures, including cost management and manufacturing diversification [32][34] Q&A Session Summary Question: Anticipated changes to customer acquisition approach during brand evolution - Management indicated significant changes in brand and marketing strategies, including a new campaign for Snugg featuring a popular celebrity [48][49] Question: Partnerships or distribution strategies for Snugg - Management noted that Snugg's simpler product nature allows for potential partnerships outside of Lovesac-owned environments, with a focus on online sales [53][54] Question: Changes in EBITDA outlook due to tariffs and promotional activity - Management explained that increased tariffs and the need for higher promotional discounts have negatively impacted gross margins, leading to a revised EBITDA outlook [58][61] Question: Long-term growth outlook and product launches - Management confirmed that while there are exciting products to launch in the near term, significant new room launches are expected to take longer than initially anticipated [66][67] Question: Levers for expanding gross margins - Management discussed historical improvements in gross margins and outlined measures to return to high margin levels, despite current challenges [72][73]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the second quarter, the company reported revenues of $70.9 million, a decline of approximately 25% compared to the previous year, aligning with internal forecasts [9][22] - Net loss from continuing operations for the quarter was -$0.5 million, or -$0.02 per diluted share, compared to net income of $2.6 million, or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year [22] - Gross margin was $35.4 million, or 49.9% of net revenues, slightly up from 49.8% in the prior year [23][24] - SG&A expenses totaled $36.3 million, or 51.2% of net revenues, compared to $43.6 million, or 46.4% of net revenues a year ago [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Direct segment revenues for the second quarter were $60.5 million, a 16.2% decrease from $72.2 million in the prior year [23] - Comparable sales declined 17.3%, driven by conversion declines in full line, outlet, and e-commerce channels [23] - Indirect segment revenues totaled $10.3 million, a 52.5% decrease from $21.8 million in the prior year, primarily due to a decline in key account orders and liquidation sales [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced sequential improvement in comparable store sales across its store fleet and online channels during the second quarter [9] - Inventory decreased by 13.2% to $96.7 million compared to $111.4 million at the end of the second quarter last year [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing a comprehensive strategy to revitalize its market position by leveraging its brand's emotional connection with consumers [4][5] - Five key strategic initiatives have been identified: sharpening brand focus, developing a cohesive omnichannel strategy, updating the outlet strategy, improving the operating model, and reimagining organizational structure [10][16][20][21] - The company is focusing on product innovation and targeted marketing to re-engage loyal customers and expand reach to new market segments [5][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the challenges in the current operating environment but expresses confidence in the ongoing transformation efforts and early progress in improving sales and margins [26] - The company is not providing guidance due to the dynamic consumer environment but is focused on enhancing operational discipline [26] Other Important Information - The company is in the process of searching for a new CEO and is meeting with promising candidates [8] - The company estimates an annualized impact of $11 million from tariffs and is working to mitigate these impacts [26] Q&A Session Summary - The Q&A session was not detailed in the provided content, and no specific questions or answers were recorded. The session concluded without further inquiries [27]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2026, the company reported revenues of $70.9 million, a decline of approximately 25% compared to the previous year, aligning with internal forecasts [10][24] - The net loss from continuing operations was -$0.5 million, or -$0.02 per diluted share, compared to a net income of $2.6 million, or $0.09 per diluted share in the prior year [24] - Gross margin was $35.4 million, or 49.9% of net revenues, slightly up from 49.8% in the prior year [25][26] - SG&A expenses totaled $36.3 million, or 51.2% of net revenues, compared to $43.6 million, or 46.4% of net revenues a year ago [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Direct segment revenues for Q2 totaled $60.5 million, a 16.2% decrease from $72.2 million in the prior year, with comparable sales down 17.3% [25] - Indirect segment revenues were $10.3 million, a 52.5% decrease from $21.8 million in the prior year, primarily due to a decline in key account orders and liquidation sales [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced sequential improvement in comparable store sales across its store fleet and online channels during the second quarter [10] - Inventory decreased by 13.2% to $96.7 million compared to $111.4 million at the end of the second quarter last year [27] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing a comprehensive strategy to revitalize its market position, focusing on brand strength, product innovation, and targeted marketing [5][6] - Five key strategic initiatives have been identified: sharpening brand focus, developing a cohesive omnichannel strategy, updating the outlet strategy, improving the operating model, and reimagining organizational structure [10][18][21][22] - The company is also focusing on enhancing its wholesale strategy and building new retail partnerships to reach new consumer segments [15][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the challenging operating environment but expresses confidence in the current trends and improvements being made [22][28] - The company is not providing guidance due to the dynamic consumer environment but is focused on enhancing operational discipline and improving financial results [28] Other Important Information - The company is in the process of searching for a new CEO, which is a major focus for the management team [9] - The anticipated annualized impact of tariffs is estimated at $11 million, with efforts underway to mitigate these impacts [28] Q&A Session Summary - The Q&A session was conducted but no specific questions or answers were documented in the provided content [30]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net sales for Q2 2026 were $160.5 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 2.5% [4][31] - Gross margin decreased by 260 basis points to 56.4% compared to 59.0% in the prior year, primarily due to increased transportation costs and higher promotional discounting [33][36] - Net loss for the quarter was $6.7 million, or negative $0.45 per share, compared to a net loss of $5.9 million, or negative $0.38 per share in the prior year [36][41] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Showroom net sales increased by $10.3 million, or 10.4%, to $109.1 million, driven by a 0.9% increase in omnichannel comparable net sales and the addition of 16 new showrooms [31] - Internet net sales decreased by $1.8 million, or 4.1%, to $42.5 million [31] - Sactionals net sales increased by 4.6%, while Sac net sales decreased by 22.5% [32] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The overall furniture category is estimated to have declined approximately 4% for the comparable period, with the company gaining market share despite these headwinds [5][11] - Furniture spend was down 3.7% from May through July, with July showing the best performance of the three months [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from a product-focused approach to a brand-focused strategy, with a brand evolution refresh aimed at building a multifaceted home brand [7][8] - The new product line, Snug by Lovesac, is positioned to capture a significant share of the $14 billion couch category, with a marketing campaign featuring celebrity Britney Snow [9][21] - The company aims to reach 3 million Lovesac households by 2030, focusing on long-term value creation and brand loyalty [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted ongoing challenges due to tariffs and competitive discounting but remains optimistic about market share gains and growth despite a declining category [12][14] - The company expects to achieve net sales of $710 to $740 million for the full year, with adjusted EBITDA between $42 and $55 million [40][41] - Management emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong balance sheet and flexibility to invest in growth [5][37] Other Important Information - The company has successfully exited its partnership with Best Buy ahead of schedule and under budget, allowing for a more focused customer acquisition strategy [25][34] - The company is implementing a four-point mitigation plan to address tariff impacts, including cost management and manufacturing diversification [29][30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Anticipated changes to customer acquisition approach with brand evolution - Management indicated that significant changes in marketing effectiveness and customer acquisition strategies are expected, particularly with the launch of the Snug campaign and the onboarding of a new CMO [45][46] Question: Details on Snug by Lovesac partnerships and distribution - Management stated that while it is too early to discuss specific partnerships, the Snug product line's simpler nature allows for broader distribution opportunities beyond Lovesac-owned locations [49][50] Question: Changes in EBITDA outlook due to tariffs and promotional activity - Management explained that increased tariffs and the need for higher promotional discounts have negatively impacted the EBITDA outlook, with a focus on managing controllable expenses [54][57] Question: Levers to expand gross margins moving into Q4 - Management highlighted historical improvements in gross margins and outlined measures to return to high margin levels, including operational efficiencies and strategic pricing [68]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported $1.4 million in net revenue for the launch period, primarily from stocking orders by specialty pharmacies [12] - Total operating expenses for the period were $60.4 million, with approximately $15 million in R&D expenses and $45 million in SG&A expenses, reflecting a quarter-over-quarter increase in SG&A driven by external spending related to the ECTERLEET launch [12][13] - The company had approximately $191 million in cash and investments as of July 31, 2025, which is expected to fund operations into 2027 [13][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - ECTERLEET is positioned as the first and only oral on-demand therapy for acute hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks, with initial launch metrics showing that nearly 5% of the entire U.S. HAE population has submitted a prescription [4][6] - The company has activated 253 unique prescribers, with 38% starting multiple patients on ECTERLEET, indicating strong early adoption [10] - The field sales team has reached over 72% of the total physician base, including 96% of tier one physicians [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Europe, sebetralstat received a positive CHMP opinion for the treatment of acute HAE attacks, with a final decision expected in October, and a staged launch anticipated over the next 12 to 18 months [6] - The UK MHRA granted marketing authorization for ECTERLEET, with a commercial launch expected in the first half of 2026 [7] - The company is progressing towards anticipated approval in Japan by the end of this year [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to redefine the standard of care for HAE with ECTERLEET, focusing on executing its commercial strategy with discipline and driving global expansion [15] - The management emphasizes the importance of early treatment and adherence to treatment guidelines to achieve total disease control for HAE patients [5] - The company is also exploring partnerships for regulatory filings in Canada and discussions with potential partners worldwide [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strong response to ECTERLEET, highlighting the rapid adoption and engagement from patients and physicians [15] - The company anticipates that operating expenses will remain consistent as it continues to invest in the ECTERLEET launch [12] - Management noted that the early demand for ECTERLEET has exceeded expectations, indicating a broad interest across various patient demographics [42] Other Important Information - The company is transitioning its fiscal year end to December 31, with the next reporting period capturing the three-month period from July through September [14] - The management team includes key executives such as the CEO, CCO, and CFO, who are actively involved in the call [2][3] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you further speak to the quick start program and expectations for timing to paid drug? - The quick start program provides immediate access to ECTERLEET at no charge while pursuing medical exceptions for paid access [19][20] Question: How many of the 4,000 patients and caregivers signed up for ECTERLEET updates are individual patients? - The majority of the 4,000 individuals in the database are patients, with caregivers also included [23] Question: What are the expectations for launch metrics moving forward? - The company plans to share more detailed KPIs as the launch progresses, including actual doses prescribed [25][27] Question: Can you provide a breakdown of the 460 start forms? - All 460 start forms received quick start access, and paid shipments have started going out to patients [33] Question: Any feedback on side effects observed so far? - Adverse event reports have been minimal, with no significant GI-related adverse events reported [36][38] Question: What is the expected cadence for shifting patients from OLE to commercially reimbursed scripts? - The transition from OLE to commercial scripts is gradual, with no dramatic immediate shifts expected [56] Question: What are the expectations for formulary coverage? - The company anticipates parity access to branded therapies, with ongoing efforts to secure coverage [66]

Financial Performance - Lesaka Technologies reported net revenue of R5.3 billion and EBITDA of R922 million for FY 2025, with adjusted earnings increasing from R51 million to R186 million, resulting in adjusted earnings per share growing from R0.80 to R2.29 [4][12] - For Q4 2025, net revenue was R1.5 billion, up 47% year on year, and group adjusted EBITDA was R306 million, reflecting a 61% increase [11][12] - The net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio increased from 2.5 times to 2.9 times at year-end, but annualizing Q4 results suggests a leverage ratio of 2.2 times, approaching the target of less than 2 times [12][20] Business Line Performance - The Merchant division achieved net revenue of R3 billion, up 46% year on year, and EBITDA of R657 million, up 20% year on year, driven partly by acquisitions [6][38] - The Consumer division saw net revenue grow by 35% to R1.7 billion and EBITDA increase by 83% to R435 million, reflecting strong performance in cross-selling initiatives [7][52] - The Enterprise division reported a decline in net revenue of 9% to R651 million and EBITDA decreased from R55 million to R24 million due to restructuring and closure of non-core business units [7][59] Market Performance - The Merchant division expanded its acquiring footprint to 84,541 points of presence, up from 51,880 a year ago, indicating a 16% annualized growth [32] - The Consumer division increased its active consumer base to 348,000, a 23% increase year on year, with a significant share of new customers coming from Postbank migrations [46][50] - The Enterprise division's net revenue for Q4 was R190 million, with a focus on expanding distribution channels and integrating acquired businesses [58][59] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - Lesaka is focused on building an integrated fintech platform through strategic acquisitions, including the recent acquisition of BankZero, which will enhance its banking capabilities for merchants [41][61] - The company aims to consolidate its brand identity and streamline operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs, with plans to reduce the number of offices and unify its branding [64][65] - The competitive landscape includes banks, retailers, and mobile network operators vying for merchant engagement, with Lesaka differentiating itself through a comprehensive product suite [24][41] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, highlighting the successful execution of both organic and inorganic growth strategies [9][61] - The focus for FY 2026 includes optimizing the balance sheet, enhancing unit economics, and driving sustainable growth across all business divisions [20][22] - The management team emphasized the importance of cross-selling and bundling services to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth [30][31] Other Important Information - The company incurred significant non-recurring costs related to acquisitions and restructuring, including ZAR 239 million in transaction costs and ZAR 335 million in non-cash goodwill impairments [15][17] - Operating cash flow increased to R370 million in Q4, reflecting strong cash generation capabilities despite fluctuations in working capital [18][19] - Capital expenditures for the quarter were R103 million, with expectations to maintain disciplined investment below R400 million annually [21][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for the BankZero acquisition? - Management highlighted that BankZero will enhance Lesaka's banking capabilities, allowing for tailored banking solutions for small-to-medium merchants and improving overall service offerings [41][61] Question: How does the company plan to address the integration of acquired businesses? - The focus will be on streamlining operations, reducing duplication, and enhancing cross-sell opportunities across the integrated platform [27][29] Question: What are the growth prospects for the Consumer division? - The Consumer division is expected to continue its growth trajectory, leveraging increased market share and expanding product offerings beyond the grant beneficiary segment [46][52]

Financial Performance - Lesaka Technologies reported net revenue of R5.3 billion and EBITDA of R922 million for FY 2025, with adjusted earnings increasing from R51 million to R186 million, resulting in adjusted earnings per share growing from R0.80 to R2.29 [3][4] - The company refinanced its debt, leading to an increase in gross debt to fund acquisitions, with net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio increasing to 2.9 times, although annualizing Q4 adjusted EBITDA results in a leverage ratio of 2.2 times [3][11] - Q4 net revenue was R1.5 billion, up 47% year on year, with group adjusted EBITDA of R306 million, reflecting a 61% increase [10][12] Business Line Performance - The Merchant business achieved net revenue of R3 billion, up 46% year on year, and EBITDA of R657 million, up 20% year on year, driven partly by acquisitions [5][37] - The Consumer business saw net revenue grow by 35% to R1.7 billion and EBITDA increase by 83% to R435 million, reflecting strong performance in cross-selling initiatives [5][51] - The Enterprise business reported a decline in net revenue by 9% to R651 million and EBITDA decreased from R55 million to R24 million due to restructuring and closure of non-core units [6][58] Market Performance - The Merchant division expanded its footprint to 84,541 points of presence, up from 51,880 a year ago, with throughput reaching R35.5 billion, reflecting a 15% year-on-year growth [31][32] - The Consumer division increased its market share from 9.1% to 13.6%, with a notable migration of customers from Postbank [45][49] - The Enterprise division is expected to contribute more significantly to total segment adjusted EBITDA in FY 2026, with a focus on channel expansion and technology updates [59] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - Lesaka aims to build an integrated, multi-product platform for merchants, focusing on cross-selling and bundling services to enhance customer relationships [22][30] - The company is consolidating its brands under a single identity to streamline operations and improve market strategy [26][64] - The acquisition of BankZero is anticipated to enhance Lesaka's product offerings, allowing for banking services tailored to small-to-medium merchants [60][62] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, emphasizing the importance of strategic acquisitions and operational efficiencies [8][60] - The focus remains on sustainable growth, capital discipline, and enhancing shareholder value, with expectations for continued strong performance in the Consumer and Merchant divisions [21][40] - The company is optimistic about the integration of BankZero and its potential to reduce costs and expand product offerings [60][63] Other Important Information - Lesaka's adjusted earnings per share grew by 211% to R0.99 in Q4, reflecting strong underlying business performance [17] - The company incurred significant non-cash charges related to goodwill impairments and transaction costs, which impacted the overall net loss position [14][16] - Operating cash flow increased to R370 million in Q4, indicating strong cash generation capabilities [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for the Merchant division's growth? - Management highlighted the focus on bolstering unit economics and extracting efficiencies from the Merchant platform, with an expectation of continued growth driven by cross-selling initiatives [37] Question: How is the integration of BankZero expected to impact the business? - The integration is anticipated to enhance product offerings, reduce costs, and provide banking services to the merchant base, thereby increasing competitiveness [60][62]

Financial Performance and Key Metrics - Lesaka Technologies reported net revenue of ZAR 5.3 billion and EBITDA of ZAR 922 million for FY 2025, with adjusted earnings increasing from ZAR 51 million to ZAR 186 million, resulting in adjusted earnings per share growing from ZAR 0.80 to ZAR 2.29 [3][10] - The company refinanced its debt, leading to an increase in gross debt to ZAR 4 billion, with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio increasing to 2.9 times, although annualizing Q4 adjusted EBITDA results in a leverage ratio of 2.2 times [3][19] - Q4 net revenue was ZAR 1.5 billion, up 47% year on year, with group adjusted EBITDA of ZAR 306 million, reflecting a 61% increase [10][12] Business Line Performance - The Merchant business achieved net revenue of ZAR 3 billion, up 46% year on year, and EBITDA of ZAR 657 million, up 20% year on year, driven partly by acquisitions [5][37] - The Consumer business saw net revenue grow by 35% to ZAR 1.7 billion and EBITDA increase by 83% to ZAR 435 million, reflecting strong performance in lending and insurance [42][51] - The Enterprise business reported a decline in net revenue of 9% to ZAR 651 million and EBITDA dropping from ZAR 55 million to ZAR 24 million due to restructuring and closure of non-core units [6][58] Market Data and Key Metrics - The Merchant division expanded its acquiring footprint to 84,541 points of presence, up from 51,880 a year ago, with throughput for the year reaching ZAR 35.5 billion [31][32] - The Consumer division increased its active consumer base to 166,000 in Q4 and 348,000 for FY 2025, with a 23% increase in total customers to 1.9 million [49][50] - The Enterprise division's net revenue for Q4 was ZAR 190 million, with a focus on alternative digital payments and utilities [57][58] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - Lesaka is focused on building an integrated fintech platform through strategic acquisitions, including the recent acquisition of BankZero, which will enhance its banking capabilities for merchants [60][64] - The company aims to streamline operations by consolidating brands and reducing office locations, enhancing efficiency and market presence [63][64] - The competitive landscape includes banks, retailers, and mobile network operators, with Lesaka differentiating itself through a comprehensive product suite catering to both formal and informal sectors [23][30] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, highlighting the successful execution of both organic and inorganic strategies [3][60] - The focus for FY 2026 includes optimizing the balance sheet, enhancing unit economics, and leveraging the BankZero acquisition to expand product offerings [19][60] - Management acknowledged challenges in the macroeconomic environment but emphasized the resilience and adaptability of the business model [35][38] Other Important Information - The company incurred significant one-off costs related to acquisitions and restructuring, including ZAR 239 million in transaction costs and ZAR 335 million in non-cash goodwill impairments [14][16] - Operating cash flow increased to ZAR 370 million in Q4, reflecting strong cash generation capabilities [17][18] - The company plans to maintain capital expenditures below ZAR 400 million annually, focusing on disciplined investment strategies [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for the BankZero acquisition? - Management highlighted that BankZero will enhance banking services for merchants and improve operational efficiencies, with a focus on reducing gross debt and expanding product offerings [60][62] Question: How is the integration of acquired businesses progressing? - The integration of Adumo and Recharger is ongoing, with early signs of success in cross-selling and operational efficiencies being realized [25][28] Question: What are the growth prospects for the Consumer division? - The Consumer division is expected to continue its growth trajectory, particularly in lending and insurance, with plans to expand distribution and enhance customer engagement [42][51]

Financial Performance and Key Metrics Changes - Lesaka Technologies reported net revenue of R5.3 billion and EBITDA of R922 million for FY 2025, with adjusted earnings increasing from R51 million to R186 million, resulting in adjusted earnings per share growing from R0.80 to R2.29 [3][4] - The company refinanced its debt, leading to an increase in gross debt to R4 billion, with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio increasing to 2.9 times at year-end [3][19] - Q4 net revenue was R1.5 billion, up 47% year on year, with group adjusted EBITDA of R306 million, reflecting a 61% increase [10][12] Business Line Performance Changes - The Merchant business achieved net revenue of R3 billion, up 46% year on year, and EBITDA of R657 million, up 20% year on year, driven partly by acquisitions [5][38] - The Consumer business saw net revenue grow by 35% to R1.7 billion and EBITDA increase by 83% to R435 million [5][50] - The Enterprise business reported a decline in net revenue by 9% to R651 million and EBITDA dropping from R55 million to R24 million due to restructuring and closure of non-core units [5][56] Market Performance Changes - The Merchant division expanded its acquiring footprint to 84,541 points of presence, up from 51,880 a year ago, indicating a significant growth trajectory [31] - The Consumer division increased its market share from 9.1% to 13.6%, largely at the expense of Postbank, with a 23% increase in permanent grant beneficiaries [45][49] - The Enterprise division's revenue model is evolving, with a focus on alternative digital payments and utility services, although it remains a minor contributor to overall EBITDA [56] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - Lesaka is focused on building an integrated fintech platform through strategic acquisitions, including the recent acquisition of BankZero, which will enhance its product offerings and reduce dependency on third-party banking services [58][60] - The company aims to streamline operations by consolidating brands and reducing office locations, enhancing operational efficiency and market presence [62] - The competitive landscape includes banks, retailers, and mobile network operators, but Lesaka differentiates itself with a comprehensive product suite catering to both formal and informal merchant sectors [23] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, highlighting the successful integration of acquisitions and the potential for organic growth in the Merchant and Consumer divisions [8][20] - The focus for FY 2026 includes optimizing the balance sheet, enhancing unit economics, and driving sustainable growth through disciplined capital expenditure [19][20] - Management acknowledged challenges in the Enterprise division but emphasized a strategic pivot towards core offerings and channel expansion [51] Other Important Information - The company recorded ZAR 239 million in transaction costs related to acquisitions, alongside non-cash charges for goodwill impairments and accelerated amortization [13][15] - Operating cash flow increased to R370 million in Q4, reflecting strong cash generation capabilities [17] - The company plans to maintain annual capital expenditure below R400 million while continuing to invest in technology and product development [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for the BankZero acquisition? - Management highlighted that BankZero will enhance Lesaka's capabilities, allowing for the offering of banking services to its merchant base and improving cost structures [58][60] Question: How is the integration of acquisitions progressing? - The integration of Adumo and Recharger is ongoing, with early signs of success in cross-selling and operational efficiencies being realized [26][38] Question: What are the growth prospects for the Consumer division? - The Consumer division is expected to sustain momentum, with a focus on expanding market share and enhancing service offerings to grant beneficiaries [45][49]