NEXTDC 1H underlying EBITDA A$115.3M, est. A$105.6M

NEXTDC 1H underlying EBITDA A$115.3M, est. A$105.6M

NEXTDC Reports Strong 1H Underlying EBITDA Growth, Despite Wider Net Loss

NEXTDC Ltd (ASX: NXT) reported underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization of A$105.4 million for the first half of the reporting period, exceeding analyst estimates of A$102.5 million. Revenue from data center services totaled A$204.9 million, reflecting steady demand for the company's infrastructure solutions.

However, the company posted a net loss of A$42.7 million for the period, significantly wider than the estimated loss of A$15.5 million. The discrepancy highlights ongoing challenges related to capital expenditures and operational costs, which have pressured near-term profitability despite robust core earnings.

The results align with NEXTDC's strategic focus on expanding its data center footprint, with several projects in advanced development stages. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic, as evidenced by the current rating distribution: 15 "buy" recommendations, 2 "hold" ratings, and no "sell" ratings from investment analysts. This strong sentiment underscores confidence in the company's long-term growth trajectory, even as short-term financial metrics remain mixed.

While the underlying EBITDA result indicates operational efficiency and stable cash flow generation, investors are advised to monitor capital allocation and cost management strategies as key drivers of future performance. The company's half-year results presentation, released concurrently, provides further details on project timelines and financial outlook.

As NEXTDC continues to navigate a competitive market, stakeholders will likely focus on progress toward profitability and execution of its expansion plans in the coming quarters.

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