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February 16, 2026

Australian Clinical Labs First Take Soft Result

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Australian Clinical Labs (ACL) delivered a weak 1H26 result with revenue missing estimates and a subsequent downgrade to FY26 guidance.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.ACL reported a soft 1H26 result with total revenue missing estimates by approximately 3-4%.
  • 2.The company downgraded its FY26 guidance for revenue and EBIT by roughly 4% and 6% respectively at the mid-point.
  • 3.Results include a $1.8m impact from gender undervaluation and exclude $1.4m in historical employee underpayments.

Table of Contents

  • Key 1H26 result highlights
  • FY26 outlook
  • Price Target Risks and Methodology - Australian Clinical Labs
  • Investment Thesis - Australian Clinical Labs
  • Disclosure Appendix
  • GS Factor Profile
  • M&A Rank
  • Quantum
  • Disclosures
  • Company-specific regulatory disclosures
  • Distribution of ratings/investment banking relationships
  • Price target and rating history chart(s)
  • Regulatory disclosures

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Authors

Davin Thillainathan, CFARoy Taouk

Securities

ACL.AX

Themes

Earnings Miss and Guidance RevisionLabor Costs and Regulatory Headwinds

Regions

Asia PacificAustralia